flowery
1 synonym for flowery, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Decorated with or covered in flowers.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use flowery
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
flowery language
flowery prose
flowery pattern
"Flowery" language is usually a mild criticism — it suggests style over substance.
Etymology
From "flower" plus the adjectival suffix "-y."
Full origin of flowery →Frequently asked questions
What does “flowery” mean?
The word “flowery” means decorated with or covered in flowers. In plain terms, either covered in flowers, or (about writing/speech) overdressed with fancy, elaborate language.
How do you pronounce “flowery”?
“Flowery” is pronounced FLOW-uh-ree (/ˈflaʊəɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “flowery” in a sentence?
Here is “flowery” used in a sentence: “The wallpaper had a bright, flowery pattern.”
What part of speech is “flowery”?
“Flowery” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “flowery” have?
“Flowery” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: decorated with or covered in flowers.
