Synonyms for

Cheese

Verb / tʃi:z / Another word for cheese — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a food made from milk, usually pressed into a solid block or sliced

Synonyms & similar words

cheeseflower tallmallow malvasylvestris highmallow cheddar swiss mozzarella feta brie parmesan gouda provolone colby ricotta asiago halloumi fontina manchego

Synonyms by register

Formal

dairy product fermented milk

Informal

cheddar mozzarella swiss gouda brie

Literary

curdled milk dairy delight

Antonyms

milk whey curds liquid serum water

Common collocations

  • hard cheese
  • soft cheese
  • blue cheese
  • cheese sandwich
  • cheese board
  • cheese grater
  • cheese sauce
  • cheese and crackers

Word family

noun cheese

Usage note

While 'cheese' is a general term, specific types like cheddar or brie are often used informally as synonyms for the general concept. It is a dairy product made from milk.

Example sentences

  1. The mouse ate a piece of cheese.
  2. I put cheese on my sandwich.
  3. My favorite cheese is cheddar.
  4. The macaroni and cheese was delicious.
  5. Cheese is a great source of calcium.

Quotes

  • Age is something that doesn't matter unless you are a cheese. - Luis Buñuel
  • I don't think I can live without cheese. - Jennifer Lawrence
  • I love cheese. I mean, who doesn't? - John Legend

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