Synonyms of cove

cove

noun

ˈkōv 

as in bay

a part of a body of water that extends beyond the general shoreline

a secluded cove that smugglers once used

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bay
• estuary
• loch
• firth
• creek
• gulf
• inlet
• fiord
• port
• fjord
• embayment
• harbor
• arm
• bight
• bayou
• sound
• strait
• narrow
• roadstead
• road(s)
• slough
• backwater
• slue
• slew

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cove

There’s perhaps no better way to experience this natural beauty than on the lake’s South Shore, where sandy coves kiss lush forests, and memorable experiences await at local spas, restaurants, and hotels. —Visit Lake Tahoe, AFAR Media, 21 Feb. 2025

At the end, beachgoers reach the pristine cove tucked into dramatic limestone cliffs with white sands and electric blue waters. —Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025

Perched on a coastline of pure beauty, its sandy coves and rocky shorelines offer secret summer escapes without the crowds, while downtown, the art galleries, antique shops, and beer gardens are bustling with activity. —Eliseé Browchuk, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2025

The island is filled with secluded wonders, from beach coves and clear waters to tree swings with panoramic mountain views. —Amy Gordon, AFAR Media, 31 Jan. 2025