Synonyms for

Iris

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

Definition

a flowering plant with showy, colorful petals

Synonyms & similar words

swordlily irisdiaphragm fleurdelis flag lily rose daisy tulip daffodil poppy carnation sunflower marigold dandelion orchid peony hydrangea azalea magnolia chrysanthemum gerbera anemone zinnia cosmos

Synonyms by register

Formal

pupil iris diaphragm

Literary

flower rainbow

Common collocations

  • colored iris
  • dilating iris
  • constricting iris
  • iris of the eye
  • iris of a flower
  • blue iris
  • green iris

Word family

noun iris

Usage note

The word 'iris' most commonly refers to the colored part of the eye. It can also refer to a type of flower.

Example sentences

  1. The iris in my garden is purple.
  2. Iris flowers come in many colors.
  3. I saw a beautiful iris at the park today.
  4. The iris is a popular flower for gardens.
  5. My mom loves to plant irises every year.

Quotes

  • "Iris, the goddess of the rainbow, had a thousand ways of weaving colorful dreams." - Ovid
  • "The iris is a graceful flower, delicate and elegant." - Robert Fortune
  • "Iris is the goddess of dawn, the messenger of the gods, and the embodiment of the rainbow." - Edith Hamilton

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