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Roses

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

Definition

Roses are beautiful flowers with a sweet smell.

Synonyms & similar words

rosebush rosewine rose pinkwine rosiness blushwine flowers blossoms blooms petals buds posies garlands wreaths corsages boutonnieres nosegays sprays clusters arrangements decorations ornaments adornments embellishments

Synonyms by register

Literary

blossoms blooms florals

Antonyms

thorns weeds nettles brambles thistles

Common collocations

  • red roses
  • white roses
  • pink roses
  • yellow roses
  • rose bush
  • rose garden
  • wild roses
  • cut roses

Word family

noun rose
verb roseate
adjective rosy

Usage note

The word 'roses' primarily refers to the flower. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a pleasant or beautiful situation, as in 'life is not all roses'.

Example sentences

  1. I love the smell of roses.
  2. My mom got me a bouquet of roses for my birthday.
  3. The rose bushes in our backyard are blooming.
  4. Roses come in many different colors.
  5. I gave my teacher a single rose for Teacher Appreciation Day.

Quotes

  • A rose by any other name would smell as sweet. - William Shakespeare
  • Life is a rose; beware of the thorns. - Unknown
  • Love is like a rose, the joy of all the earth. - Christina Rossetti

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