veggie
2 synonyms for veggie, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An informal word for a vegetable.
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 veggie
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
veggie burger
veggie platter
Informal — fine in everyday speech, but "vegetable" or "vegetarian" is preferred in formal writing.
Etymology
An informal clipping of "vegetable" or "vegetarian" with the diminutive -ie ending.
Full origin of veggie →Frequently asked questions
What does “veggie” mean?
The word “veggie” means an informal word for a vegetable. In plain terms, casual shorthand for "vegetable" or "vegetarian.".
How do you pronounce “veggie”?
“Veggie” is pronounced VEHD-zhee (/ˈvɛd͡ʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “veggie” in a sentence?
Here is “veggie” used in a sentence: “Chop up some veggies for the stir-fry.”
What is another word for “veggie”?
Words with a similar meaning to “veggie” include veg.
What part of speech is “veggie”?
Depending on how it is used, “veggie” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “veggie” have?
“Veggie” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an informal word for a vegetable.
