Cool MateCoastal
UK /["/ˈkəʊstl/"]/US /["/ˈkəʊstl/"]/
Definition
of or near a coast
In simple words: Related to the land next to the sea
Examples
- **coastal waters/resorts/scenery**
- a **coastal path** *(= one that follows the line of the coast)*
Usage notes
Used to describe areas, cities, or ecosystems near the ocean. It's appropriate in geographical, environmental, and travel contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'coast' and 'al' as meaning 'related to the coast'.
Collocations
- coastal region
- coastal city
- coastal erosion
- coastal waters
Synonyms
- beachfront
- shoreline
- oceanic
- marine
Antonyms
- inland
- interior
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'coastal' vs 'coastline'
- Incorrectly using 'coastal' to describe inland areas
- Omitting 'coastal' when describing coastal cities