terminus
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for terminus, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The final stop of a transport route, or the station or town where it ends.
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.
Antonyms
Etymology
A learned borrowing from Latin terminus, "boundary, limit"; Terminus was also the Roman god of boundary markers.
Full origin of terminus →Frequently asked questions
What does “terminus” mean?
The word “terminus” means the final stop of a transport route, or the station or town where it ends. In plain terms, the end point of a route or journey.
How do you pronounce “terminus”?
“Terminus” is pronounced TUR-mih-nuhs (/ˈtər.mə.nəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “terminus” in a sentence?
Here is “terminus” used in a sentence: “The bus terminus is just outside the shopping centre.”
What is the opposite of “terminus”?
The opposite of “terminus” — its antonyms — is origin.
What part of speech is “terminus”?
“Terminus” is a noun.
Where does the word “terminus” come from?
The word “terminus” comes from Latin. A learned borrowing from Latin terminus, "boundary, limit"; Terminus was also the Roman god of boundary markers.
Is “terminus” a common word?
“Terminus” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “terminus” have?
“Terminus” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the final stop of a transport route, or the station or town where it ends.
Related words
non-terminus
terminal
terminate
termination
terminus a quo
terminus ad quem
terminus ante quem
terminus post quem
terminus technicus
