VERNAL Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

vernal

adjective

Definition of vernal

as in youthful

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Recent Examples of vernal Each year, the plaza at Lincoln Center goes through a vernal transformation, its formal granite parterre converted to a busy dance floor with twinkling lights, part of the center’s Summer for the City programming. — Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 22 May 2026 The vernal atmosphere of May is encouraging us all to gather newness around us and refresh our lives for the spring season. — Theara Coleman, TheWeek, 7 May 2026 As a final touch, Blanchett wore rosy blush and glossy pink lipstick, and switched up the texture of her bob with some soft, beachy waves that beautifully complimented the venue's vernal theme. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026 Ask a park staff member about Enchanted Rocks’ fairy shrimp, which live in vernal pools on the rock, swim upside down, and somehow survive dry season. — Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vernal

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Adjective

Rather, it was opened with a sense of spirited, youthful energy.

— Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026
Overnight, try riverside Otani Sanso, a ryokan (traditional inn) whose youthful fifth-generation owner is a major player in local revitalization efforts.

— Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of youthful

Adjective

The girl, believed to be 18 or 19 years old, had been with a group of young people who were jumping from the bridge, the fire department said.

— Richard Ramos, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
Later on, Bret wanders away from his friends and runs into Debbie’s father, Terry Schaffer (Wes Bentley), entertaining handsome young men in the hot tub.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of young

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Monastiq is an all-day restaurant with a modern take on traditional Czech cuisine, complete with special menus for kids as well as a seasonal selection of dishes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Though guests will love the home’s open-concept layout, gourmet kitchen, and modern touches, the great outdoors are the main draw.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of modern

Adjective

While tensions have ramped up between Yemen’s Houthis and Saudi Arabia in recent days, here’s a reminder of the latest developments in the conflict between the US and Iran.

— Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
While shootings involving indiscriminate killings are not common, the country has seen an uptick in high-profile shooting deaths in recent years.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026

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