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chasm Synonyms

Another word for chasm

Choosing another word for chasm depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A deep, steep-sided fissure, gorge, or wide opening in the earth's surface, rock, or ice.

Usage Example

"The hikers stood cautiously at the edge of the rocky abyss and peered down into the mist below."

Strongest
abyss
gorge
Strong
ravine
crevasse
fissure
cleft
canyon
crevice

• noun (Context 2)

A profound difference, division, or separation between two people, groups, or viewpoints.

Usage Example

"The negotiations sought to bridge the ideological gulf between the two political parties."

Strongest
gulf
rift
divide
Strong
breach
schism
split
gap
estrangement

Opposites of chasm

The opposite of chasm shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

unity
accord
harmony
bond
See all opposites of chasm

• Nearby Words

chartreuse
chase
chaser
chasm
chassis
chaste
chaste tree

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Chasm. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/chasm
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