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doorway Synonyms
Another word for doorway
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• noun (Context 1)
The opening or passage in a wall that is designed to be closed by a door, typically framed by woodwork or masonry.
Usage Example
"He paused in the entranceway to wipe the mud off his boots before entering the kitchen."
Strongest
entranceway
entrance
Strong
portal
threshold
• noun (Context 2)
A means of access or an opportunity that allows entry into a new experience, condition, or field.
Usage Example
"Her successful summer internship served as a gateway into the competitive world of high finance."
Strongest
gateway
Strong
opening
avenue
path
Opposites of doorway
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of doorway varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
barrier
obstacle
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Doorway. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/doorway