mound Synonyms
Another word for mound
• noun (Context 1)
A raised mass of earth, dirt, sand, or rocks, whether natural or artificially constructed.
"The archaeologists carefully excavated the ancient burial hillock to discover artifacts."
• noun (Context 2)
A large pile, heap, or accumulation of objects, materials, or substances.
"She stared in dismay at the massive heap of paperwork left on her desk."
• noun (Context 3)
The slightly elevated area of dirt in the center of a baseball infield from which the pitcher throws the ball.
"The manager walked out to the pitcher's mound to consult with his struggling pitcher."
• verb (Context 4)
To heap up into a raised mass or pile.
"The chef expertly mounded the mashed potatoes on the plate before adding the gravy."
• verb (Context 5)
To enclose, border, or fortify with an embankment of earth.
"They mounded the perimeter of the garden to protect the delicate plants from flooding."
Opposites of mound
The opposite of mound shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: