BARNYARD Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

barnyard

adjective

Definition of barnyard

as in earthy

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Recent Examples of barnyard And while this time there are no actual goats wandering around, Sedgwick provides some barnyard accompaniment with a screaming toy as Bacon strums his acoustic guitar. — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Feb. 2023 Shaun the Sheep fans can't get enough of these barnyard animals and all their gentle adventures. — Marisa Lascala, Good Housekeeping, 30 Sep. 2022 Lard has been beloved now and then but often tastes too barnyard-y. — Los Angeles Times, 27 July 2019 Remlinger Farms Country Fair Fun Park ONGOING Barnyard animals, pony rides, steam train, kiddie rides, entertainment, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily, 32610 N.E. 32nd St., Carnation; $12.76-$14.94 (425-333-4135 or remlingerfarms.com/index.htm). — Madeline McKenzie, The Seattle Times, 22 June 2017

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Adjective

Head inside, and you’ll be greeted by warm, rich hues, earthy greens, and materials drawn from Kenyan influences—complete with pieces sourced from local artisans, such as Kitengela Glass, Safari Bronze, and more.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 July 2026
And Owen — the New Zealand actress who first gained attention as the victim of domestic violence in Lee Tamahori’s grueling Once Were Warriors — brings warmth and earthy wisdom to Tala, who provides a living link to the ancestors.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026

Definition of earthy

Adjective

Suki, a vocal Black woman with an at times vulgar persona, whereas Althoff, a white woman, gained a reputation as an awkward, seemingly timid interviewer on her The Really Good Podcast.

— Meagan Jordan, VIBE.com, 10 July 2026
Sean Goode, a former Canton police sergeant who was working the night of John O'Keefe's death and testified during the first Karen Read trial, allegedly sent dozens of vulgar text messages, according to an independent investigation.

— Matt Schooley, CBS News, 29 June 2026

Definition of vulgar

Adjective

Many alternative plant fibers are shorter, coarser and less elastic than cotton or wool, complicating processing on conventional machinery.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 7 July 2026
Add shortening and continue cutting in until flour is pale yellow and resembles coarse cornmeal with butter bits no larger than small peas.

— Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 7 July 2026

Definition of coarse

Adjective

The foul call that wiped out Egypt’s second goal was poised to be a flashpoint moment from this match, particularly if Argentina was in position to come back to win.

— NBC News, NBC news, 7 July 2026
After making all six of his shots and four of his free throws on Friday, Lendeborg was 0 for 4 from the field and missed both of his foul shots in the first half.

— Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 6 July 2026

Definition of foul

Adjective

From shabby apartments to art experiments to filthy needles—with echoes of Patti Smith and Rebecca Makkai—Adler conjures an era of sorrow borne by too many, too young.

— Hamilton Cain, Time, 7 July 2026
A week after Venezuela’s twin earthquakes, doctors warn untreated wounds, filthy shelters and scarce supplies are fueling a looming wave of infections that could claim more lives.

— Regina Garcia Cano, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026

Definition of filthy

Adjective

While Edwards has taken strides as a leader, the Wolves said goodbye to Mike Conley, Kyle Anderson and Joe Ingles this offseason, three of their most important locker-room voices.

— Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Upon opening the package, the fragrances don't announce themselves with the hyper-masculine aggression of a locker-room body spray.

— Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

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