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ripe

adjective

ˈrīp How to pronounce ripe (audio)
Definition of ripenext
1
as in matured
fully grown or developed a ripe tomato

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2
as in stinking
having an unpleasant smell the clothes of the field hands were sweaty and ripe after a hard day's work

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Recent Examples of ripe Even though outbreaks are not currently reported for mumps, rubella, pertussis or tetanus, the environment is ripe. — Sheldon H. Jacobson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026 This is the moment for the Gulf states, the US, Israel, and their allies to take advantage of a ripe opportunity to act together. — Jason D. Greenblatt, semafor.com, 16 Sep. 2026 Juliet Stevenson elegantly plays the aunt who is, naturally, a ripe target for a Ripleyesque murder. — Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026 Sweet, ripe tomatoes in vibrant shades of red-orange and egg-yolk yellow are nature’s evidence of long, hot, sunny days. — Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ripe
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ripe
  1. matured
  2. stinking
  3. mature
  4. foul
  5. strong
  6. rotted
  7. rotten
  8. disgusting
Adjective
  • Think of this as the matured version of the Kool-Aid dip-dye technique.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2025
Definition of matured
Adjective
  • For this argument Thomasine was jailed—stuffed into a damp, stinking, deadly stone cell crawling with rats and lice—to force her to change her beliefs.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026
  • America’s political landscape has become a stinking mess.
    — Mary Ellen Klas, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
Definition of stinking
Adjective
  • Ultimately, the goal isn't to cleanse mature skin as aggressively as possible.
    — Casey DelBasso, ABC News, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Today, the property remains framed by mature specimen plantings, a sweeping grassland meadow, walking paths, and the historic Piping Rock—a geological landmark tied to local Native American lore.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of mature
Adjective
  • Redness, open sores, discharge, foul-smelling ears, lumps or recurring skin issues all warrant a vet visit, not a grooming session.
    — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Redness, sores, unusual discharge, foul-smelling ears or lumps should all go to a vet rather than a home grooming session.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of foul
Adjective
  • There’s a strong focus on wellness at this resort, but participation isn’t mandatory.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
  • The urge to act quickly could be strong, but not every realization needs an immediate dramatic response.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of strong
Adjective
  • Inspect fences and perform any repairs or maintenance, such as reinforcing posts or replacing rotted sections.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
  • Many grapes become too rotted and are left to wither away.
    — John Mariani, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Definition of rotted
Adjective
  • Previous Evil pics have been rotten on Rotten Tomatoes with critics.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2026
  • If the produce’s skin is moldy, slimy, or rotten, it should be discarded regardless of type, as mold can penetrate beyond the visible surface.
    — Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 13 Sep. 2026
Definition of rotten
Adjective
  • The better to act out empire’s idea of what disgusting demonic sickness looks like.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026
  • These guys are disgusting over the radio in the heat of battle.
    — Zach Dean OutKick, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of disgusting

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“Ripe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ripe. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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