Synonyms for

Groceries

Verb / ˈgrəʊsɜ:i:z / / ˈgrəʊsri:z / Another word for groceries — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

groceries (noun) - food and household items that are purchased at a store

Synonyms & similar words

grocery grocerystore foodstuff foodmarket market food provisions supplies goods staples rations necessities essentials shopping

Synonyms by register

Formal

provisions staples foodstuffs

Informal

grub chow eats stuff

Literary

victuals sustenance

Antonyms

luxuries delicacies treats indulgences non-essentials

Common collocations

  • buy groceries
  • grocery store
  • grocery list
  • grocery shopping
  • fresh groceries
  • weekly groceries
  • grocery prices

Word family

noun grocery

Usage note

Groceries refers to food and household items bought regularly. It is a common, everyday term.

Example sentences

  1. I need to go to the store to buy groceries.
  2. We have a lot of groceries in the kitchen.
  3. Mom put away the groceries in the pantry.
  4. I helped carry the groceries from the car.
  5. There were a lot of people buying groceries at the store.

Quotes

  • The best way to save money on groceries is to grow your own.
  • I love going to the grocery store and seeing all the different types of food.
  • Buying groceries is a chore, but it's worth it to have good food to eat.

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