Synonyms for

Rice

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

Definition

Rice is a type of grain that is a staple food in many parts of the world.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

grain cereal paddy

Informal

grub chow eats

Literary

manna grain of life

Antonyms

barley wheat oats corn millet sorghum

Common collocations

  • white rice
  • brown rice
  • steamed rice
  • cooked rice
  • rice pudding
  • rice cooker
  • rice bowl
  • rice noodles

Word family

noun rice
verb rice

Usage note

While 'rice' is a common staple, its antonyms are other types of grains. The verb 'to rice' refers to processing something into small grains or crumbs.

Example sentences

  1. I cooked some rice to go with the curry.
  2. My mom makes the best rice pudding.
  3. Rice is the most important crop in many Asian countries.
  4. We had rice and beans for dinner last night.
  5. I need to buy some more rice at the store.

Quotes

  • "A grain of rice is a grain of gold to the poor."
  • "I like rice. Rice is great if you're hungry and want to eat two thousand of something."
  • "The farmer is the only man in our economy who buys everything at retail, sells everything at wholesale, and pays the freight both ways."

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