Synonyms for

Peanuts

Verb / ˈpi:nʌts / / ˈpi:ˌnʌts / Another word for peanuts — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Peanuts are a type of nut that grow underground and are often eaten as a snack.

Synonyms & similar words

goober peanut groundnut arachishypogaea peanutvine earthnut gooberpea monkeynut groundnuts pindars goobers cacahuates arachides earthnuts mandelonas nutmeats valencias

Synonyms by register

Formal

trifles insignificant sums paltry amounts

Informal

chump change small change a pittance pocket money

Literary

crumbs scraps

Antonyms

large amounts generous portions abundance plenty wealth riches

Common collocations

  • go for peanuts
  • worth peanuts
  • paid peanuts
  • selling for peanuts
  • a handful of peanuts
  • a bag of peanuts
  • roasted peanuts

Word family

noun peanut

Usage note

Often used figuratively to describe very small amounts of money or value. The plural form 'peanuts' is more common when referring to money.

Example sentences

  1. I like to eat peanuts with my lunch.
  2. My dad is allergic to peanuts so we never have them in the house.
  3. Peanuts are often used to make peanut butter.
  4. The elephant ate peanuts at the zoo.
  5. Peanuts are a good source of protein.

Quotes

  • Peanuts are not really nuts, they are legumes. - Bill Watterson
  • Just because you're not paranoid doesn't mean they're not after you. - Charles M. Schulz, creator of the Peanuts comic strip
  • I can't believe it, I'm being roasted by a dog and a bird. - Charlie Brown, character in the Peanuts comic strip

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