wasteland
0 antonyms and opposites of wasteland, grouped by meaning.
Noun — An area of land that is barren, ruined, or has no useful resources.
How to use wasteland
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English weste land ("wasteland"), a combination of waste and land.
Full origin of wasteland →Frequently asked questions
What does “wasteland” mean?
The word “wasteland” means an area of land that is barren, ruined, or has no useful resources. In plain terms, a barren, ruined, or empty place — literal or figurative.
How do you pronounce “wasteland”?
“Wasteland” is pronounced WAYS-land (/ˈweɪs(t)ˌlænd/ in IPA).
How do you use “wasteland” in a sentence?
Here is “wasteland” used in a sentence: “The old mining town became a wasteland after the pits closed.”
What part of speech is “wasteland”?
“Wasteland” is a noun.
Where does the word “wasteland” come from?
The word “wasteland” comes from Old English. From Old English weste land ("wasteland"), a combination of waste and land.
Is “wasteland” a common word?
“Wasteland” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “wasteland” have?
“Wasteland” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an area of land that is barren, ruined, or has no useful resources.