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highway Synonyms

Another word for highway

Choosing another word for highway depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A main public road, especially one connecting major towns, cities, or states.

Usage Example

"We drove along the coastal freeway for hours, enjoying the spectacular view of the ocean."

Strongest
freeway
expressway
motorway
Strong
thoroughfare
turnpike
parkway
thruway
interstate
roadway
artery

• noun (Context 2)

A direct, open, or fast route to a particular destination, outcome, or state.

Usage Example

"The new technology initiative provides a pathway to unprecedented economic growth for the region."

Strong
pathway
avenue
road
route
channel
conduit
gateway
Weak
course

Opposites of highway

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

byway
backroad
barrier
roadblock
alley
dead end
lane
obstacle
See all opposites of highway

• Nearby Words

highroad
hightail
hightop
highway
highwayman
hijab
hijack

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