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motorboat Synonyms
Another word for motorboat
Choosing another word for motorboat depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A relatively small watercraft propelled by an internal combustion engine or electric motor.
Usage Example
"We rented a small powerboat to explore the hidden coves and inlets along the island's coastline."
Strongest
powerboat
Strong
speedboat
runabout
motor launch
launch
outboard
cabin cruiser
• verb (Context 2)
To drive, ride in, or travel by means of a motorboat.
Usage Example
"They spent the sunny afternoon motorboating across the vast alpine lake."
Strong
boat
cruise
Opposites of motorboat
The opposite of motorboat shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
rowboat
sailboat
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Motorboat. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/motorboat