Synonyms of topography

topography

noun

tə-ˈpä-grə-fē 

as in geography

the physical features of a region as a whole

a map of the topography of the coastline shows a significant loss of wetlands

Synonyms & Similar Words

• geography
• landscape
• terrain
• geomorphology
• scenery
• chorography
• land
• landform
• terrane
• ground
• terrene

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of topography

The relatively flat topography of the Gaza Strip was gradually transformed into a stormy landscape of artificial dunes that drifted along with the movement of the army. — Literary Hub, 16 July 2026

The report also noted that Kraków’s topography is generally flat, and half of the city’s routes are accessible to pedestrians. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026

As the company was founded in California and initially focused on building there, HiberTec homes are currently best suited for areas without high water tables, difficult soil composition, or challenging topography. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 12 July 2026

George Tzikas, a Sacramento County Regional Parks ranger, explained that the river’s currents can change, and that its underwater topography is often a contributing factor in many rescues. — Reeti Malhotra july 10, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026