Synonyms for

Evergreen

Verb / ˈevɜ:ˌgri:n / Another word for evergreen — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Evergreen is an adjective used to describe plants or trees that keep their leaves or needles all year round.

Synonyms & similar words

evergreenplant deciduousplant deciduous perennial unfading eternal enduring immortal timeless abiding continuous constant persistent unchanging unvarying steady unfaltering resolute unwavering dependable reliable trustworthy faithful

Synonyms by register

Formal

perennial everlasting enduring permanent

Informal

always green stays green

Literary

immortal ageless undying

Antonyms

deciduous seasonal temporary transient fleeting short-lived

Common collocations

  • evergreen tree
  • evergreen plant
  • evergreen shrub
  • evergreen forest
  • evergreen content
  • evergreen advice
  • evergreen classic

Word family

noun evergreen
adjective evergreen

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective to describe plants that retain their leaves year-round. Can also refer to content or ideas that remain relevant over time.

Example sentences

  1. The evergreen bushes in my backyard are always green and never lose their leaves.
  2. When we went on a hike in the mountains, we saw lots of tall evergreen trees.
  3. I love having evergreen plants in my garden because they look good all year round.
  4. The wreath on my front door is made of evergreen branches.
  5. Some animals, like deer, like to eat the leaves of evergreen trees when there isn't much other food around.

Quotes

  • The evergreen tree...remains green and fresh not only in summer, but also in winter. - John Lubbock
  • An evergreen is a tree that maintains green leaves throughout the year. - Unknown
  • The evergreen! How beautiful, how welcome, how wonderful the evergreen! - Charlotte Smith

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