FLOWER Synonyms: 113 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈflau̇(-ə)r

Definition of flower

as in bloom

the usually showy plant part that produces seeds flowers are always a thoughtful gift

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as in blooming

a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement the skiing season is usually in full flower by Christmas

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as in best

individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class without exception, the flower of this year's graduating class will be going to prestigious colleges

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flower

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verb

as in to bloom

to produce flowers the plant will keep flowering if you water it and regularly cut off the dead blossoms

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Recent Examples of flower

Noun

In lieu of flowers, Parton’s family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Sep. 2026 To avoid self-pollination, roughly half of all avocado trees (A-type) are programmed to open female flowers in the morning and male flowers in the afternoon; the other half follow the opposite pattern (B-type). — ArsTechnica, 1 Sep. 2026

Verb

But on Wednesday, Chris Bonelli, Waymo’s product communications manager, summoned one of the all-electric, custom robotaxis to the flowering neighborhood park not far from Cherry Creek to demonstrate the technology to the press. — Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2026 Nectar Blue™ salvia is a heavy blooming variety that begins flowering in mid-spring and continues well into fall. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flower

Recent Examples of Synonyms for flower

Noun

Lavender Lavender is a popular garden perennial for its pleasantly calming fragrance and profuse purple blooms.

— Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026
The marsh was built in the 1990s to naturally clean dry-weather urban runoff from San Diego Creek and address the algae blooms that once existed in Upper Newport Bay, according to the water district’s website.

— Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of bloom

Noun

Cutting back is done in mid-summer when foliage looks ragged and blooming slows to increase plant vigor, control height, and encourage a second flush of blooms.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 19 Aug. 2026
Once blooms fade, seeds eventually begin to form, the plant becomes leggy, and blooming slows.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 July 2026

Definition of blooming

Noun

Benton had career bests in tackles (51), tackles for loss (6) and sacks (5 1/2) while helping the Steelers to the AFC North title.

— CBS News, CBS News, 15 Aug. 2026
With the three-row Kia Sorento, the Hyundai Palisade retains the South Korean brands’ 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty, both segment and industry bests.

— James Raia, Mercury News, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of best

Noun

Just a few days earlier at Palazzo Brancaccio, the ladies of the Roman aristocracy had vied to appear in the ballroom scenes, perhaps hoping to meet Gregory Peck.

— Daria Egidi, Vanity Fair, 23 Aug. 2026
Upon his arrival in London, Mai became something of a celebrity among the aristocracy, and was welcomed by King George III.

— Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of aristocracy

Noun

An agreement paramount to Idaho dairy Idaho’s dairy industry may see the biggest impacts from the Canadian tariffs, which will target milk, cream and whey at 50%, and cheese at 25%.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 3 Sep. 2026
The portable, retractable cream stick delivers warmth and definition rather than a wash of color, blending easily across the cheekbones, temples, and other areas where the sun naturally hits.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of cream

Noun

Featuring warm neutrals, earthy tones, muted pinks, clay hues, and airy blues, the palette includes shades inspired by nature—from sandy beaches to golden autumn leaves.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 28 Aug. 2026
Curtis unfolded a map of the museum with eight galleries circled in hot pink.

— Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of pink

Noun

While dark-wash jeans, trench coats, and sweaters may be top of mind, don’t forget your footwear.

— Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026
Here’s a snapshot of those findings (not in chronological order, because AI’s top of mind these days; plus, my colleague made a cool interactive graphic for you).

— Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026

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