Alps — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈalps/ (geographical name) /ˈalp/ (noun) /ˈkär-nik/ (geographical name) /ˈkä-tē-ən/ (geographical name) /də-ˈner-ik/ (geographical name) /ˈgrā-ən/ (geographical name) /ˈjül-yən/ (geographical name) /li-ˈpän-ˌtīn/ (geographical name)

Meaning & Definition of Alps

Alps (geographical name)

  1. mountain system in south central Europe extending from the Mediterranean coast at the border between France and Italy to the western Balkan Peninsula
  2. mountain range of southeastern Australia in eastern Victoria and southeastern New South Wales forming the southern end of the Great Dividing Range
  3. mountain range of the eastern Alps between Austria and Italy
  4. range of the western Alps in France and Italy
  5. range of the eastern Alps in western Slovenia, western Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro; highest point 8274 feet (2522 meters)
  6. section of the western Alps south of Mont Blanc on the border between France and Italy
  7. section of the eastern Alps in western Slovenia north of the Istrian Peninsula; highest peak Triglav 9395 feet (2864 meters)
  8. range of the central Alps on the border between Switzerland and Italy
  9. section of the western Alps in southeastern France and northwestern Italy extending to the Mediterranean Sea; highest point Punta Argentera 10,817 feet (3297 meters)

Alps (noun)

  1. a high rugged mountain
  2. something suggesting an alp in height, size, or ruggedness

Alps (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an elevation of land higher than a hill

    "an adventurer who has scaled alps, explored ocean depths, and flown into the stratosphere"

    similar: humps, mountains, mounts, peaks
    related: cordilleras, mountain ranges, ranges, sierras, inselbergs, knobs, seamounts, aiguilles, horns, mountaintops, pinnacles, summits
    near: basins, bowls, depressions, hollows, vales, valleys

Related Entry: Alp (noun)

Alp is a different word from Alps. The synonyms below are for alp, not for alps.

  1. an elevation of land higher than a hill

    "an adventurer who has scaled alps, explored ocean depths, and flown into the stratosphere"

    similar: hump, mount, mountain, peak
    related: cordillera, mountain range, range, sierra, inselberg, knob, seamount, aiguille, horn, mountaintop, pinnacle, summit
    near: basin, bowl, depression, hollow, vale, valley

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Alps

The most common words with a similar meaning to Alps:

humps, mountains, mounts, peaks

Related Words for Alps

cordilleras, mountain ranges, ranges, sierras, inselbergs, knobs, seamounts, aiguilles, horns, mountaintops, pinnacles, summits

Near Antonyms of Alps

basins, bowls, depressions, hollows, vales, valleys

Origin & Etymology of Alps

back-formation from Alps, mountain system of Europe

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Alps

What does "Alps" mean?

"Alps" means mountain system in south central Europe extending from the Mediterranean coast at the border between France and Italy to the western Balkan Peninsula. As a noun, it is defined as: mountain system in south central Europe extending from the Mediterranean coast at the border between France and Italy to the western Balkan Peninsula.

What is another word for "Alps"?

Other words for "Alps" include humps, mountains, mounts and peaks. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Alps" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Alps"?

There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Alps". Common alternatives include humps, mountains, mounts and peaks.

How do you use "Alps" in a sentence?

Examples of "Alps" in a sentence: "an adventurer who has scaled alps, explored ocean depths, and flown into the stratosphere".

Is "Alps" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Alps" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Alps"?

"Alps" is pronounced /ˈalps/ as a geographical name, /ˈalp/ as a noun, /ˈkär-nik/ as a geographical name, /ˈkä-tē-ən/ as a geographical name, /də-ˈner-ik/ as a geographical name, /ˈgrā-ən/ as a geographical name, /ˈjül-yən/ as a geographical name and /li-ˈpän-ˌtīn/ as a geographical name.

What is the origin of the word "Alps"?

"Alps" comes from back-formation from Alps, mountain system of Europe. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Alps" meaning "an elevation of land higher than a hill"?

When "Alps" (noun) means an elevation of land higher than a hill, synonyms include humps, mountains, mounts and peaks.