vegetates

The word “vegetates” has 3 syllables: veg-e-tates.

It's pronounced as /ˈvɛdʒəˌteɪts/.


What is synonym and antonym for vegetates?

In the thesaurus, “vegetates” has 5 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for vegetates along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for vegetates

  • chills
  • idles
  • lazes
  • relaxes
  • rests

Meanings of vegetates

  • verb
    1. (of a plant) To grow or sprout.
    2. (of a wart etc) To spread abnormally.
    3. To live or spend a period of time in a dull, inactive, unchallenging way.

Example Sentences

  • Vegetates slowly took over the abandoned garden, reclaiming it with wild growth.
  • In the harsh climate of the desert, only the hardiest vegetation vegetates near the oases.
  • The scientist observed how the algae vegetates in different light conditions.
  • Without regular pruning, the hedge vegetates and becomes unruly.
  • Over time, moss vegetates on the damp stones, giving them a greenish tint.

On this page you'll find 5 synonyms or another words to vegetates, such as: chills, idles, lazes, relaxes, rests.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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