Another Word for Field: 22 Synonyms with Examples
A field is an area of open land, a subject of study or work, or the competitors in a race; as a verb it means to deal with questions or to put forward a team. Choose a word that fits the sense.
As a noun: an area of study or work
As a noun: open land
- meadow
- pasture
- paddock
- grassland
As a noun: the people competing
- competitors
- entrants
- contestants
- runners
- candidates
As a verb: to deal with questions
- handle
- deal with
- answer
- respond to
- take
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How they differ
Synonyms share a meaning, not always a tone. Here is when to pick each of the main options.
- area
- The broadest and most informal swap.
- discipline
- An academic subject, such as history or physics.
- speciality
- A narrow area someone knows especially well.
- meadow
- A field of grass and wild flowers, often for hay.
- competitors
- Plain words for the people in a race or contest.
- handle
- To deal with questions or calls; less sporty than "field".
Example sentences
- area: His area of research is coastal erosion.
- discipline: The course brings together several disciplines, from biology to economics.
- speciality: Her speciality is children's heart surgery.
- meadow: Cows grazed in the meadow by the river.
- competitors: Over two hundred competitors took part in the race.
- handle: The spokesperson handled the reporters' questions calmly.
More from WordNet
Less common or more specialised words WordNet lists for other senses of “field”. Check the meaning before you use one.
noun: battlefield, battleground, study, bailiwick
WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Used under the WordNet licence.
Frequently asked questions
What is another word for “field”?
The most useful alternatives are “area”, “subject”, “discipline”, “domain”, “sphere”. For the main sense (an area of study or work), “area” is usually the closest swap.
What is the difference between “area” and “discipline”?
area: The broadest and most informal swap. discipline: An academic subject, such as history or physics.