evergreen
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for evergreen, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Of a tree, shrub, or plant, keeping its leaves or needles all year round instead of losing them in autumn.
Synonyms
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How to use evergreen
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From ever + green — a plant that stays green through every season.
Full origin of evergreen →Frequently asked questions
What does “evergreen” mean?
The word “evergreen” means of a tree, shrub, or plant, keeping its leaves or needles all year round instead of losing them in autumn. In plain terms, something that stays green all year (a plant) or stays relevant all the time (content, a deal, an idea).
How do you pronounce “evergreen”?
“Evergreen” is pronounced EH-vuhg-reen (/ˈɛvɚɡɹin/ in IPA).
How do you use “evergreen” in a sentence?
Here is “evergreen” used in a sentence: “Pine and holly are evergreen trees.”
What part of speech is “evergreen”?
Depending on how it is used, “evergreen” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “evergreen” a common word?
“Evergreen” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “evergreen” have?
“Evergreen” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: of a tree, shrub, or plant, keeping its leaves or needles all year round instead of losing them in autumn.