Synonyms for

Cypress

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

Definition

a coniferous tree with small, rounded cones and flattened shoots bearing small scalelike leaves, native to warm countries

Synonyms & similar words

cypresstree cedar fir pine spruce juniper hemlock arborvitae sequoia redwood yew evergreen conifer tree shrub bush plant vegetation flora greenery foliage

Synonyms by register

Formal

Cupressus conifer evergreen

Literary

mournful tree weeping tree

Antonyms

deciduous broadleaf flowering non-coniferous softwood

Common collocations

  • Italian cypress
  • Leyland cypress
  • bald cypress
  • cypress tree
  • cypress wood
  • cypress swamp
  • cypress grove

Word family

noun cypress

Usage note

Cypress refers to a specific type of coniferous tree, often associated with Mediterranean regions or swamps. It is not a general term for any evergreen or conifer.

Example sentences

  1. The cypress tree in our backyard provides a lot of shade.
  2. The smell of cypress trees is very refreshing.
  3. The cypress forest is a beautiful sight to see.
  4. The wood from the cypress tree is often used for building.
  5. The cypress tree is known for its longevity.

Quotes

  • The cypress tree is often a symbol of strength and stability.
  • The cypress tree stands tall and proud, a beacon of hope in the midst of adversity.
  • The cypress tree's branches reach towards the sky, as if reaching for something more.

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