SPROUTED Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

sprouted

verb

past tense of sprout

as in rooted

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For many Venezuelans, the anger is rooted not in abstract politics but in intensely personal experiences of chaos, helplessness and institutional failure.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 29 June 2026
The shoe itself remains fully rooted in Hoka’s performance DNA, even as it is positioned for lifestyle use.

— Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 28 June 2026

Definition of rooted

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Timing is critical for corn gluten to be effective, as seeds that have already germinated and formed roots will not be affected.

— David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 6 June 2026
Others are available for purchase as seeds that can be easily germinated indoors or sown directly in the garden.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 May 2026

Definition of germinated

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The Candy documentary, directed by Colin Hanks and executive produced by Ryan Reynolds, earned five nominations, including Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 8 July 2026
Sofia Coppola, Lorenzo Mieli, Mario Gianani, Rachel Dengiz, and Youree Henley produced the documentary.

— Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026

Definition of produced

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Some olive varieties are commonly sold green, including Castelvetrano, Picholine, Lucques, and Gordal olives, while Kalamata, Niçoise, and Gaeta olives are typically sold fully ripened.

— Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 June 2026
Once the flush of fruit has ripened in mid-to-late summer, there will be no more, and the plants are done for the year.

— Cori Sears, The Spruce, 11 June 2026

Definition of ripened

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His Hammness does show up, tongue planted firmly in his photogenic cheek, and reminds you that nobody does handsome-guy self-mockery better than Jon Hamm.

— David Fear, Rolling Stone, 9 July 2026
At Wild Orchard Farmstead on South Korea’s enchanting Jeju Island, regenerative organic tea seeds are planted into the dark, pliable, nutrient-rich soil that allows its roots to grow as deep as the trees are tall.

— Andrew Watman, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

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