bouquet
7 synonyms for bouquet, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A bunch of flowers, especially one arranged decoratively.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use bouquet
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wedding bouquet
a bouquet of flowers
the bouquet of a wine
Etymology
From French bouquet, ultimately from a word for "grove" or "thicket" — a small cluster of plants.
Full origin of bouquet →Frequently asked questions
What does “bouquet” mean?
The word “bouquet” means a bunch of flowers, especially one arranged decoratively. In plain terms, a bunch of flowers, or the smell/aroma of a wine.
How do you pronounce “bouquet”?
“Bouquet” is pronounced boo-KAY (/buːˈkeɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bouquet” in a sentence?
Here is “bouquet” used in a sentence: “The bride carried a bouquet of white roses.”
What part of speech is “bouquet”?
“Bouquet” is a noun.
Where does the word “bouquet” come from?
The word “bouquet” comes from French. From French bouquet, ultimately from a word for "grove" or "thicket" — a small cluster of plants.
Is “bouquet” a common word?
“Bouquet” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “bouquet” have?
“Bouquet” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a bunch of flowers, especially one arranged decoratively.
