Promontory (Noun)
Meaning
A natural elevation (especially a rocky one that juts out into the sea).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The rugged coastline was punctuated by a dramatic promontory that offered breathtaking views of the ocean.
- A lighthouse stood sentinel on the windswept promontory, guiding ships safely through treacherous waters.
- The promontory was a favorite spot for hikers, who came to marvel at the sheer drop to the sea below.
- As the sun set, the promontory was bathed in a warm golden light, its rocky contours glowing with an otherworldly beauty.
- From the top of the promontory, the village below looked like a tiny, toy-like collection of houses and buildings.