Synonyms for

Autumn

Verb / ˈɔ:tʌm / Another word for autumn — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Autumn is the season between summer and winter when the weather becomes cooler and the leaves on the trees change color and fall off.

Synonyms & similar words

fall fall leaf-fall

Synonyms by register

Formal

fall harvest season

Informal

fall

Literary

season of mists and mellow fruitfulness harvest-tide

Antonyms

spring summer winter youth beginning birth

Common collocations

  • early autumn
  • late autumn
  • autumn leaves
  • autumn breeze
  • autumn colors
  • autumn harvest
  • autumn equinox

Word family

noun autumn
adjective autumnal

Usage note

While 'fall' is a common synonym, 'autumn' is generally considered more formal and is preferred in literary or academic contexts. 'Autumn' is the standard term in British English.

Example sentences

  1. The leaves change color in autumn.
  2. Autumn is a good time to go apple picking.
  3. I like to wear my cozy sweater in autumn.
  4. The weather gets cooler in autumn.
  5. We celebrate Thanksgiving in autumn.

Quotes

  • Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower. - Albert Camus
  • Autumn carries more gold in its pocket than all the other seasons. - Jim Bishop
  • Autumn is a season to reflect on the beauty of change. - Nicole Addison

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