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doorway Synonyms

Another word for doorway

Choosing another word for doorway depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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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 threshold to wipe the mud off his boots before entering the kitchen."

Strongest
threshold
entrance
entryway
Strong
portal
door
entry
doorframe
archway
Weak
opening

• 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
portal
Strong
stepping stone
springboard
avenue
pathway
entry
key
passport
ticket

Opposites of doorway

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

barrier
roadblock
dead end
obstacle
hurdle
See all opposites of doorway

• Nearby Words

doorstep
doorstop
doorstopper
doorway
doorwoman
doozy
dope

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