Synonyms for

Vegan

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

Definition

Vegan is a person who does not eat or use animal products.

Synonyms & similar words

vegetarian herbivore non-meat-eater plant-based meatless dairy-free animal-free cruelty-free ethically-sourced compassionate green sustainable ecofriendly health-conscious clean-eating whole-foods raw macrobiotic fruitarian pescatarian

Synonyms by register

Formal

plant-based herbivorous vegetarian

Informal

veggie plant-powered

Literary

abstinent from flesh abstainer from animal products

Antonyms

carnivorous omnivorous meat-eating non-vegetarian flesh-eating animal-product-consuming

Common collocations

  • vegan diet
  • vegan lifestyle
  • vegan food
  • vegan recipes
  • vegan protein
  • vegan cheese
  • veganuary
  • vegan options

Word family

noun veganism
adjective vegan
adverb veganly

Usage note

While 'vegetarian' is a broader term, 'vegan' specifically excludes all animal products, including dairy, eggs, and honey. It's important to distinguish between the two.

Example sentences

  1. My friend is a vegan and she only eats plant-based foods.
  2. I'm not a vegan, but I do try to eat more vegetables and less meat.
  3. Many vegans choose not to use leather or other animal products.
  4. Being vegan is not just about what you eat, it's a lifestyle.
  5. Some people become vegan for health reasons, while others do it for ethical reasons.

Quotes

  • Being vegan is not a sacrifice. It's a joy.
  • I don't see why someone should lose their life just so you can have a snack.
  • The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.

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