outlying
2 antonyms for outlying — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Situated far from the main center; remote.
Antonyms
How to use outlying
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
outlying areas
outlying district
outlying villages
Etymology
Formed from outlie (Etymology 2) and -ing.
Full origin of outlying →Frequently asked questions
What does “outlying” mean?
The word “outlying” means situated far from the main center; remote. In plain terms, far from the center of a place — on the fringes.
How do you use “outlying” in a sentence?
Here is “outlying” used in a sentence: “Emergency services struggled to reach the outlying villages after the storm.”
What is another word for “outlying”?
Words with a similar meaning to “outlying” include far.
What part of speech is “outlying”?
“Outlying” is an adjective.
