RIVERBED Synonyms: 8 Similar and Opposite Words

riverbed

noun

Definition of riverbed

as in ground

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Dissimilar Words

surface

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Recent Examples of riverbed But these construction materials did not come from a riverbed or a mountain quarry. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 15 June 2026 Outside are a three-story art studio with an elevator, a heated pool and hot tub, a shed, a garage, a riverbed garden, and stone bridges. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 8 June 2026 Other vehicles were seen being driven from the riverbed in a single-file line, where some were loaded onto tow trucks. — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 8 June 2026 Along these riverbanks, miners tear into the earth using heavy machinery, carving out riverbeds and diverting waterways. — Jhanisse Vaca Daza, Time, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for riverbed

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Noun

But lawyers for the Haitians maintained a narrow challenge on constitutional grounds.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026
History makes clear that the deployment of large ground formations is no guarantee of strategic success.

— David A. Deptula, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of ground

Noun

Tomatoes, roux and the Holy Trinity of diced onions, celery and green bell peppers are the foundation for many a Creole dish.

— Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 20 July 2026
Coupled with Oregon’s on-field success (one CFP quarterfinal berth, followed by a semifinal spot in its two years), it’s all added up to a solid foundation that shows no signs of weakening.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 20 July 2026

Definition of foundation

Noun

Deep overhanging eaves cast long shadows across geometric leadlight windows, while thick bands of locally quarried sandstone wrap the base – Griffin’s signature, written not in ink but in stone.

— Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Although revenues have expanded substantially, income needs to continue growing rapidly for Newcastle to sustain a higher salary base and regularly sign the best players.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026

Definition of base

Noun

The main upgrades will include a new floor as well as other aerodynamic components.

— Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 22 July 2026
The top floor is the most immediately appealing to a casual visitor, with its curving ceiling, cafe, quiet seating and views toward the Finnish Parliament building.

— David Nikel, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of floor

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