fertilization
6 synonyms for fertilization, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The joining of a sperm and egg (or pollen and ovule) to produce offspring.
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 fertilization
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
in vitro fertilization
soil fertilization
Etymology
From French fertilisation, built on fertile + the ending -ization.
Full origin of fertilization →Frequently asked questions
What does “fertilization” mean?
The word “fertilization” means the joining of a sperm and egg (or pollen and ovule) to produce offspring. In plain terms, either the biological joining of egg and sperm/pollen, or the practical act of feeding soil with fertilizer.
How do you use “fertilization” in a sentence?
Here is “fertilization” used in a sentence: “Fertilization occurs when a sperm cell successfully penetrates the egg.”
What is another word for “fertilization”?
Words with a similar meaning to “fertilization” include conception, fecundation, syngamy and impregnation.
What part of speech is “fertilization”?
“Fertilization” is a noun.
Where does the word “fertilization” come from?
The word “fertilization” comes from French. From French fertilisation, built on fertile + the ending -ization.
Is “fertilization” a common word?
“Fertilization” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “fertilization” have?
“Fertilization” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the joining of a sperm and egg (or pollen and ovule) to produce offspring.
