rural

/ˈrʊrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the countryside or country areas, especially in contrast to urban areas.

“The rural landscape was dotted with small villages and rolling hills.”

2. noun

an area of countryside or country used for agriculture or other rural activities.

“The family owned a large rural farm where they grew wheat and livestock.”

3. adverb

in a rural area or in the countryside.

“The hikers went rural for several hours, enjoying the peaceful scenery.”

Synonyms

  • agrarian
  • agrifarm
  • country
  • countryside

Antonyms

  • metropolitan
  • suburban
  • urban