Synonyms for

Cauliflower

Verb / ˈkɑ:lʌˌflaʊɜ: / Another word for cauliflower — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a vegetable with a large, round, white head of flowers that is eaten cooked or raw

Synonyms & similar words

brassicaoleraceabotrytis broccoli cabbage kale turnip rutabaga radish carrot celery asparagus spinach lettuce arugula endive chard okra zucchini squash

Synonyms by register

Formal

Brassica oleracea var. botrytis

Informal

cauli

Literary

vegetable crown floral head

Antonyms

root stem leaf seed stalk flower bud

Common collocations

  • steamed cauliflower
  • roasted cauliflower
  • cauliflower cheese
  • cauliflower rice
  • raw cauliflower
  • cauliflower soup
  • cauliflower florets

Word family

noun cauliflower

Usage note

Cauliflower is a specific type of vegetable. It is not typically used metaphorically, so antonyms and many synonyms are related to its botanical components or other vegetables.

Example sentences

  1. I like to eat cauliflower with my dinner.
  2. Cauliflower is a healthy vegetable to eat.
  3. My mom makes delicious mashed cauliflower.
  4. I don't like the taste of raw cauliflower.
  5. Cauliflower can be used in many recipes.

Quotes

  • "Cauliflower is nothing but cabbage with a college education." - Mark Twain
  • "I love vegetables, but I have to say that cauliflower is the broccoli for really smart people." - Jim Gaffigan
  • "I used to make up stuff in my bio all the time, that I used to be a professional ice-skater and stuff like that. I found it so inspirational. Why not make myself cooler than I am?" - Mindy Kaling

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