Synonyms for

Celery

Verb / ˈselɜ:i: / Another word for celery — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Celery is a vegetable that has long, green stalks and leaves. It is often eaten raw or cooked in soups and stews.

Synonyms & similar words

apiumgraveolensdulce cultivatedcelery smallage celeriac celeryroot

Synonyms by register

Formal

Apium graveolens

Informal

stalks crunchy sticks

Literary

green stalks fragrant herb

Antonyms

sweetness sugar fruit dessert candy

Common collocations

  • celery stalk
  • celery seed
  • celery salt
  • creamed celery
  • celery soup
  • raw celery
  • chopped celery

Word family

noun celery

Usage note

Celery is a vegetable commonly used in savory dishes. It is rarely used as a sweetening agent, hence the antonyms relate to sweet foods.

Example sentences

  1. I like to dip my celery in ranch dressing.
  2. My mom puts celery in her chicken noodle soup.
  3. I like to put celery, onions, and carrots in my spaghetti sauce.
  4. Celery is a healthy snack.
  5. I don't like the taste of celery.

Quotes

  • I love celery. It's my favorite vegetable. It's the only vegetable I can eat raw.
  • I hate celery. I think it tastes like dirt.
  • Celery is a great addition to any salad.

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