Synonyms for "far"

9 kid-friendly synonyms for far, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).

What does "far" mean?

The word far is an adjective that means: a long way from where you are.

Example: "My friend lives far."

Grade K–2Easy synonyms for far

Younger kids can use these in place of "far":

Grade 3–5Stronger words for far

For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:

Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for far

Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:

Opposites of far (antonyms)

Words that mean the opposite of far:

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FAQ — synonyms for far

What is a good synonym for far in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try distant. For older students, "faraway" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does far have?
We list 9 grade-appropriate synonyms for far across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is far a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, far is used as an adjective.

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