LEAFY Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

leafy

adjective

ˈlē-fē

Definition of leafy

as in lush

covered with a thick, healthy natural growth the backyard's leafy bushes look nice, but have a tendency to attract deer

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Recent Examples of leafy Your doctor may also recommend eating more iron-rich foods, such as red meat, poultry and fish, as well as legumes, leafy greens, seeds and nuts. — Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 26 Sep. 2026 Kale is a leafy green that is often a key ingredient in salads and side dishes and can have a unique taste for some. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026 Currently, Greenscale grows a variety of leafy greens, including kale, spinach, arugula, basil and cilantro. — Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 24 Sep. 2026 This iron-rich leafy green prefers cooler temperatures, and baby leaves can be harvested within just a few weeks of planting. — The Spruce, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for leafy

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Zamindar’s Clubhouse, which opened in June in the former Link & Pin location in South End, offers a lush, opulent space adorned with Indian art, heritage architectural features, brass accents and warm lighting.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026
On the album side, Victoria Monét leads the way with Frequency of Love, her lush, 22-track follow-up to her three-time Grammy-winning debut studio album, Jaguar II.

— Kyle Denis, Billboard, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of lush

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Designed for ranch work and rugged driving, the Terra pickup features green paint, 37-inch tires on 18-inch wheels, heavy-duty side steps, a front bull bar, a roof basket with lights, and expanded cargo-bed storage.

— Chase Jordan October 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 Oct. 2026
At 12, the future jeweler happened upon a glimmering green stone—priced at 25 cents—in a pawn shop.

— Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of green

Adjective

On paper, director Tom McCarthy‘s latest film, A Statement might appear to be a dense polemic, hardly the stuff of exciting moviemaking.

— Pete Hammond, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2026
This show brings back the lighter stand-alone episode structure of the original's early seasons, with a less dense art style.

— K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of dense

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