Synonyms of waterfalls

waterfalls

noun

plural of waterfall

as in rapids

a fall of water usually from a great height

I used to like to throw sticks in the stream and watch them go over the waterfall

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rapids
• cascades
• falls
• cataracts
• chutes
• flumes
• shoots
• white waters

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of waterfalls

This Victoria Falls masterpiece is, as its name suggests, modeled on the rich colors of one of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls, which sits on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe where the Zambezi River plunges over a basalt cliff. — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026

The open-air lobby catches the island's ever-present breeze and looks out over all 12 acres of the beachfront property, where bridges cross a freshwater lagoon loaded with koi, cascading waterfalls, and tropical birds. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026

Best Things to Do West Jefferson makes a convenient base for exploring some of the North Carolina High Country’s best fall scenery, with mountain trails, waterfalls, and scenic overlooks all within reach. — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026

This was technically an official tour, but Charles spent the day doing official events while the rest of the family spent hours at the waterfalls. — Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 26 Sep. 2026

The park also has more than a dozen waterfalls, at their most impressive in spring, though weather conditions can influence them year-round. — Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 20 Sep. 2026

The tourism website’s Instagram page also shows nearby waterfalls and mountain ridges steeped in fall colors. — Charlotte Observer, 19 Sep. 2026

Arempa’s — where the walls are filled with photos of Venezuelan waterfalls, an image of Mona Lisa eating an arepa and Miss Venezuela portraits — grew to five restaurants. — Elliot Spagat, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

Arempa's — where the walls are filled with photos of Venezuelan waterfalls, an image of Mona Lisa eating an arepa, and Miss Venezuela portraits — grew to five restaurants. — CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026