portal
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for portal, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A grand or notable entrance or doorway.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use portal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French portal and Medieval Latin portale, from Latin porta ("gate, door").
Full origin of portal →Frequently asked questions
What does “portal” mean?
The word “portal” means a grand or notable entrance or doorway. In plain terms, a grand entrance, an online gateway site, or (in fiction) a magical doorway between places.
How do you pronounce “portal”?
“Portal” is pronounced PAWTL (/ˈpɔːɹtl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “portal” in a sentence?
Here is “portal” used in a sentence: “The cathedral's portal was covered in carved stone figures.”
What part of speech is “portal”?
“Portal” is a noun.
Where does the word “portal” come from?
The word “portal” comes from Medieval Latin. From Old French portal and Medieval Latin portale, from Latin porta ("gate, door").
Is “portal” a common word?
“Portal” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “portal” have?
“Portal” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a grand or notable entrance or doorway.
What is the difference between a "portal" and an ordinary "door" or "doorway"?
A portal is a grand or notable entrance, so the word carries more weight than plain "door" or "doorway". It is the natural choice for the imposing entrance of a cathedral or castle, and it sounds formal or literary if used for everyday doors.
What is a portal in fantasy and science fiction?
In fiction, a portal is a magical or futuristic opening that instantly connects two distant places or times. Characters step through a portal to cross between worlds in an instant — a device so common that stories built around it are often called "portal fantasy".