as in mice
a shy or reserved person
there were too many wallflowers at the party, so things never really got lively
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of wallflowers
Outside, on the patio, boxes of Jenga had been set out for the wallflowers.
—
Anna Wiener, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Packed with personality and bohemian flair, the designs are not for wallflowers.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
No wallflowers here; the women are brash, brassy, and refreshingly bold.
—Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
This spring there are no shrinking violets, only beguiling wallflowers.
—Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
The four fragrances will be available to purchase in a wide assortment, including three-wick candles, fine fragrance mists, body creams, body washes, foaming hand soaps, hand sanitizer sprays, laundry care, decor and wallflowers.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
Alternative Sale at a Glance Hand soaps for $4, three-wick candles for $13, and wallflowers for $4 are just the beginning.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 7 Oct. 2025
Anna Wiener, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Packed with personality and bohemian flair, the designs are not for wallflowers.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
No wallflowers here; the women are brash, brassy, and refreshingly bold.
—Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
This spring there are no shrinking violets, only beguiling wallflowers.
—Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
The four fragrances will be available to purchase in a wide assortment, including three-wick candles, fine fragrance mists, body creams, body washes, foaming hand soaps, hand sanitizer sprays, laundry care, decor and wallflowers.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
Alternative Sale at a Glance Hand soaps for $4, three-wick candles for $13, and wallflowers for $4 are just the beginning.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wallflowers
Noun
-
In mice models, the researchers found that the brain is mechanically linked to the abdomen through a network of blood vessels that functions like a hydraulic system.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
-
Kenyon told me that although the mice research is encouraging, a drug pathway that successfully extends a dog’s life will generate more enthusiasm among scientists who hope to try similar treatments on humans.—
Ross Andersen,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2026
Noun
-
Sloths primarily live in rainforests and are known as biological introverts for their highly specialized diets and survival mechanisms adapted over millions of years of evolution.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 May 2026
-
However, in the wild, the algae are the ocean’s introverts, and only glow when they are bothered, like jolted by a crashing wave or the hull of a passing boat.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
7 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Wallflowers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wallflowers. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
