Synonyms for

Grocery

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

Definition

a store selling food and household items

Synonyms & similar words

grocerystore foodstuff foodmarket market market supermarket store bodega deli greengrocer

Synonyms by register

Formal

provisions staples foodstuffs wares

Informal

grub chow eats stuff

Literary

victuals sustenance

Antonyms

luxury delicacy specialty rarity gourmet

Common collocations

  • grocery store
  • grocery list
  • grocery shopping
  • grocery bill
  • grocery prices
  • grocery aisle
  • grocery bag

Word family

noun grocery
verb groceteria

Usage note

While 'grocery' can refer to food items, it most commonly refers to the place where food and household supplies are sold, i.e., a grocery store. The plural 'groceries' is often used to refer to the items themselves.

Example sentences

  1. My mom went to the grocery to buy some apples.
  2. We need to go to the grocery to buy some groceries.
  3. The grocery was closed on Sunday.
  4. The grocery had a sale on cereal.
  5. The grocery had a lot of fresh produce.

Quotes

  • I don't like going to the grocery store - it's always so busy.
  • I love going to the grocery store to see what's new.
  • The grocery store is a great place to people watch.

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