Synonyms for

Olives

Verb / ˈɑ:lɪvz / Another word for olives — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Olives are small, bitter fruits that are often used in cooking or eaten as a snack.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

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Literary

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Common collocations

  • green olives
  • black olives
  • kalamata olives
  • olive oil
  • olive branch
  • stuffed olives
  • marinated olives
  • olive pit

Word family

noun olive
adjective olive

Usage note

Olives are a type of fruit, often used in Mediterranean cuisine. The term can refer to the fruit itself or the oil pressed from it.

Example sentences

  1. I like to eat olives on my salad.
  2. My favorite olives are Kalamata olives.
  3. I don't like the taste of black olives.
  4. We put green olives on our pizza.
  5. Olives are a healthy snack.

Quotes

  • I love to put olives on my fingers and pretend I am a giant.
  • I like to squish olives between my fingers and pretend they are bugs.
  • I don't like olives, but my sister loves them.

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