Synonyms of swath

swath

noun

variants or swathe

1

as in strip

a long narrow area

The mower cut a swath through the tall grass.

A large swath of the country was affected by the hurricane.

From the cliffside, we enjoyed a stunning view of the swath of coastline below.

Related Words

• strip
• area
• part(s)
• region
• land
• zone
• corridor
• tract
• belt
• neck
• territory
• district
• terrain
• domain
• realm
• range
• vicinity
• neighborhood
• latitude(s)

2

as in list

a long narrow piece of material

They decorated the walls with swaths of fabric.

Related Words

• strip
• list
• ribbon
• tape
• binding
• belt
• strap
• bandage
• girth
• slip
• swatch
• band
• slat

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of swath

For generations, whole swaths of Caracas were places people knew by reputation more than experience. — Tibisay Zea, Christian Science Monitor, 21 Aug. 2026

But as this debate over propriety unfolds, a dedicated swath of the Democratic base is delighted. — Elaine Godfrey, The Atlantic, 21 Aug. 2026

In addition to Southlake, Tri-County provides electric service for a large swath of Northeast Tarrant County, including parts of Keller, Colleyville, Trophy Club and Roanoke, while Oncor covers the rest of the areas. — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Aug. 2026

The low-orbit passes allow Mars Express to capture swaths of 3D data that span hundreds to thousands of miles long and dozens of miles across. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 20 Aug. 2026