areas

NOUN

extent, scope of a surface

Synonyms

STRONGEST

field operation range space

STRONG

breadth compass distance expanse size sphere stretch width

NOUN

region, district

Synonyms

STRONGEST

city county field locality neighborhood section sector square state territory township zone

STRONG

belt block division domain dominion enclosure kingdom parcel patch plot precinct principality quarter sphere stretch tract turf vicinity ward

WEAK

neck of the woods

Antonyms

STRONGEST

whole

Example Sentences

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As this harmful protein moves into new areas of the brain, the disease progresses, leading to worsening memory loss and cognitive decline.

From Science Daily • Jun. 30, 2026

The bank said it would increase investments in areas including housing, employment and healthcare.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Home prices in 20 large metropolitan areas likely rose 0.9% in April from the same month in 2025, per the S&P Case-Shiller index.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

Many areas of Venezuela devastated by last week's twin earthquakes have yet to receive significant government help, leaving residents to carry out much of the rescue effort.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

They have special expertise and contribute to a range of challenging disciplinary areas.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin