Synonyms for

Lime

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

Definition

a citrus fruit that is typically round, green, and sour, often used in cooking or for making drinks

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

citrus fruit acidic fruit

Informal

citrus sour fruit

Literary

verdant orb zestful sphere

Antonyms

sweetness sugar honey syrup molasses

Common collocations

  • lime juice
  • key lime pie
  • lime green
  • fresh lime
  • squeezed lime
  • lime zest
  • lime soda

Word family

noun lime
adjective limy

Usage note

While 'lime' can refer to the fruit, it is more commonly associated with the pale green color. Distinguish from 'limestone' (a type of rock).

Example sentences

  1. I love the taste of lime in my salsa.
  2. The bartender added a slice of lime to my margarita.
  3. My mom made a lime pie for dessert.
  4. I squeezed some lime juice on my fish tacos.
  5. The salad dressing had a hint of lime in it.

Quotes

  • "When life gives you lemons, sell them and buy a lime." - Unknown
  • "Keep calm and put a lime in the coconut." - Harry Nilsson
  • "Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first." - Ernestine Ulmer

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