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gondola Synonyms

Another word for gondola

Choosing another word for gondola depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A traditional, long, narrow, flat-bottomed rowing boat used on the canals of Venice, typically propelled by a single person standing at the stern.

Usage Example

"The couple hired a boat to take a romantic evening ride through the canals of Venice."

Weak
boat
skiff
punt

• noun (Context 2)

An enclosed cabin or car suspended from a cable, used to transport passengers up a mountain or across a scenic area.

Usage Example

"Skiers boarded the tram to reach the summit of the mountain before the first snowfall."

Weak
tram
lift

• noun (Context 3)

The basket, car, or compartment suspended beneath a hot-air balloon or airship, designed to carry passengers, crew, or scientific instruments.

Usage Example

"The explorers waved from the basket of their hot-air balloon as they drifted higher into the sky."

Strong
basket
cabin
Weak
car

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