Frontier — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˌfrən-ˈtir/ fron·tier

Meaning & Definition of Frontier

Frontier (noun)

  1. a border between two countries
  2. a stronghold on a frontier
  3. a region that forms the margin of settled or developed territory

Frontier (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. located at or near a border

    "a frontier town with a reputation for vice and lawlessness"

    similar: borderline, marginal
    related: outermost, outmost, exterior, external, outer, outside, outward
    opposite: interior
    near: inner, inside, internal, inward, inmost, innermost, central, mid, middle

Frontier (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a region along the dividing line between two countries

    "the Apaches were once feared on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico frontier"

    similar: border, borderland, march
    related: no-man's-land

  2. a rural region that forms the edge of the settled or developed part of a country

    "Alaska has been called America's last frontier"

    similar: backcountry, backland(s), backwater, backwoods, bush, hinterland, outback, outlands, up-country, (the) back of beyond
    related: boonies (slang), boondocks, country, countryside, sticks

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Frontier

The most common words with a similar meaning to Frontier:

borderline, marginal, border, borderland, march, backcountry, backland(s), backwater, backwoods, bush, hinterland, outback, outlands, up-country, (the) back of beyond

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Frontier

Words with the opposite meaning of Frontier:

interior

Related Words for Frontier

outermost, outmost, exterior, external, outer, outside, outward, no-man's-land, boonies, boondocks, country, countryside, sticks

Near Antonyms of Frontier

inner, inside, internal, inward, inmost, innermost, central, mid, middle

Word Forms of Frontier

Derived words: frontier (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Frontier

Middle English fronter, from Anglo-French frountere, fronter, from front

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Frontier

What does "Frontier" mean?

"Frontier" means a border between two countries. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a border between two countries. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Frontier"?

Other words for "Frontier" include borderline, marginal, border, borderland, march, backcountry, backland(s) and backwater. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Frontier" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Frontier"?

There are 28 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Frontier". Common alternatives include borderline, marginal, border, borderland, march, backcountry, backland(s), backwater, backwoods and bush.

What is the opposite of "Frontier"?

Antonyms of "Frontier" include interior. Near antonyms include inner, inside, internal and inward.

How do you use "Frontier" in a sentence?

Examples of "Frontier" in a sentence: "a frontier town with a reputation for vice and lawlessness"; "the Apaches were once feared on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico frontier"; "Alaska has been called America's last frontier".

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

"Frontier" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Frontier"?

"Frontier" is pronounced /ˌfrən-ˈtir/ and divided into syllables as fron·tier.

What is the origin of the word "Frontier"?

"Frontier" comes from Middle English fronter, from Anglo-French frountere, fronter, from front. First known use: 15th century.