Synonyms of ridges

ridges 1 of 2

noun

plural of ridge

as in crests

the line formed when two sloping surfaces come together along their topmost edge

pigeons roosting along the ridge of the roof

Synonyms & Similar Words

• crests
• peaks
• spines
• prominences
• divides
• promontories
• backbones
• eminences
• ridgepoles
• rises

ridges

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of ridge

as in banks

Related Words

• banks
• clumps
• drifts
• lumps
• masses
• agglutinates
• conglomerates
• piles (up)
• accumulates
• builds up
• stacks (up)
• collects
• accretes
• concentrates
• gathers
• amasses

Dissimilar Words

• dissipates
• disperses
• scatters

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ridges

Noun

Galls typically have a rough texture to their surface, somewhat tumor-like and with vertical or horizontal ridges. — Pamm Cooper, Hartford Courant, 25 July 2026

Bacteria can hide in these small components, ridges, and grooves. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 25 July 2026

Expect rocky ridges and steep climbs, with mountain refuges along the route for meals and overnight stays. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

Navy cat-eye polish sparkles under 3D seashell ridges and a sprinkling of pearls. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 July 2026

Because researchers paint it directly onto the skin, the ink follows tiny ridges and uneven areas. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026

Because the crater floor remains visible between the ridges, scientists think there is a relatively limited sand supply shaping the field. — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 17 July 2026

On another evening, the same tiny ridges cling to a beef ragout Baldi learned to make from a family friend in Forte dei Marmi. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026

To get pomegranate seeds out of the fruit, cut the top and then cut the skin between the ridges from top to bottom. — Merve Ceylan, Health, 15 July 2026