terrains

noun

plural of terrain
1
as in areas
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence we're moving into unfamiliar terrain if we bring pre-Columbian art into our discussion

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2
as in geographies
the physical features of a region as a whole an analysis of the terrain revealed that an invasion force of paratroopers would have their work cut out for them

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3
as in environments
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded a new senator getting lost in the foggy terrain of double-dealing and deception

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Recent Examples of terrains In South American jungles, certain species of trees that thrive in cooler conditions have begun to migrate to higher terrains. — Literary Hub, 20 Aug. 2026 This year introduces an exclusive Wave Maker color and ISO Dynamic front seats, designed to absorb shocks for a smoother ride on diverse terrains. — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026 Tires are 35-inch (LT305/55R22) Goodyear Wrangler Territory all-terrains, which don’t have a particularly aggressive tread or much sidewall. — Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 12 Aug. 2026 Plus, its 36mm dual-stroke suspension makes riding across different terrains like rocky trails and streets smoother. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 12 Aug. 2026 Figure said the model was trained end-to-end using reinforcement learning in simulation across a wide range of randomized terrains and environmental conditions. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026 Many insisted that heavy armored vehicles could never conquer the hilly terrains in which horses thrived. — Phillips Payson O’Brien, The Atlantic, 18 July 2026 According to the brand, the cushioned insoles and anti-slip outsoles offer stability on a variety of terrains, all while relieving knee pressure and foot fatigue in the process. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026 These hiking areas also represent a diversity of terrains, from alpine to volcanic, with ample opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terrains
  1. areas
  2. geographies
  3. environments
  4. realms
  5. landscapes
  6. atmospheres
  7. domains
  8. topographies
Noun
  • The rain could could produce flash flooding, especially in low-lying and urban areas.
    — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The pharmaceutical giant is investing in other disease areas to expand and diversify its drug pipeline beyond obesity and diabetes.
    — Kevin Breuninger,Jeff Cox, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of areas
Noun
  • Kodish said all are advancing within their own specific contexts, constraints and geographies, but that the I-5 route, anchored by California, can be one of many models for how to achieve it at speed and scale.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Its systems integrate with existing operations while supporting cheaper and more efficient enrichment, monitoring, and processing of brine resources across multiple geographies.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of geographies
Noun
  • The experience goes far beyond the golf course; Palmares is known across the world for having one of the most breathtaking clubhouse environments in all of golf.
    — Jeff Goudy, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • In one of the findings, bat houses — artificial roosts in urban environments, similar to nest boxes for birds — were doing their job helping to suppress pests on pecan farms in Texas.
    — Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of environments
Noun
  • Quiñones, an artist known as @skullsqwat and stylist to It-girl supreme and rock-star newlywed Gabbriette (known to her as Gabi), dwells in many realms.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Yet Parton’s willingness to move among musical genres and other realms of entertainment, and to try just about anything, was part of her genius.
    — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of realms
Noun
  • Reaching this secluded region requires specially equipped 4x4s capable of navigating volcanic landscapes, mountain tracks, and glacial river crossings that remain inaccessible for most of the year.
    — Gwen Nicol, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Perhaps unsurprisingly, hiking and scenic drives are quite popular here to explore all those different landscapes.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of landscapes
Noun
  • As has our play in the Coliseum, including running the table last year in front of a lot of epic atmospheres.
    — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Although all of the solar system’s planets with atmospheres have wave-spawning disturbances, only Saturn churns them out looking like polygons, geometric shapes bounded by straight lines.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of atmospheres
Noun
  • Federal officials say the domains were hard-coded into the malware and used for essential functions, including communication and authentication.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2026
  • StartCP provides one dashboard for websites, domains, email accounts, and databases.
    — StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of domains
Noun
  • With no shortage of topographies and landmarks to explore, the Peach State won’t leave any visitor wondering about its natural appeal.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 25 June 2026
  • The series of fires, which forced tens of thousands of people to flee from their homes in the midst of hot and dry weather, took place in a variety of Southern California topographies.
    — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 26 May 2026
Definition of topographies

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“Terrains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terrains. Accessed 6 Sep. 2026.

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