Synonyms for

Cultivation

Verb / ˌkʌltɪˈveɪʃʌn / Another word for cultivation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The process of preparing and working on land in order to grow crops or plants.

Synonyms & similar words

finish polish refinement culture farming agriculture tillage husbandry cropping planting sowing harvesting gardening horticulture landscaping fertilization irrigation culturing breeding propagation raising rearing growing tending

Synonyms by register

Formal

husbandry tillage agriculture horticulture

Informal

farming growing raising

Literary

nurturing tending fostering

Antonyms

neglect abandonment disuse idleness ignorance unemployment

Common collocations

  • crop cultivation
  • land cultivation
  • soil cultivation
  • plant cultivation
  • vineyard cultivation
  • sugar cane cultivation
  • rice cultivation

Word family

noun cultivation
verb cultivate
adjective cultivated
adverb cultivatedly

Usage note

Primarily refers to the process of preparing land and growing crops. Can also be used metaphorically to describe the development of skills or intellect.

Example sentences

  1. My grandfather enjoys the cultivation of his vegetable garden.
  2. The ancient Egyptians were experts in the cultivation of crops.
  3. The cultivation of rice is an important part of the culture in many Asian countries.
  4. The cultivation of flowers requires a lot of care and attention.
  5. Modern techniques of cultivation have greatly increased crop yields.

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