Synonyms for

Trees

Verb / tri:z / Another word for trees — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Trees are tall plants with a single stem or trunk, supporting branches and leaves.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

timber woodland arboreal growths

Informal

woods forests

Literary

sylvan giants verdant sentinels leafy canopies

Antonyms

grass shrubs bushes herbs weeds flowers

Common collocations

  • tall trees
  • ancient trees
  • fruit trees
  • Christmas trees
  • trees and shrubs
  • trees of life
  • forest of trees

Word family

noun tree
verb tree
adjective treelike
adverb treetop

Usage note

While 'tree' can be used as a verb (e.g., 'to tree an animal'), this is less common than its noun form. 'Trees' generally refers to large woody plants, distinguishing them from smaller shrubs or bushes.

Example sentences

  1. The trees outside my window are so tall.
  2. I love to climb trees and see the world from up high.
  3. The leaves on the trees change colors in the fall.
  4. We planted some new trees in our backyard.
  5. The forest was full of trees and animals.

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