WALLFLOWERS Synonyms: 8 Similar and Opposite Words

wallflowers

noun

Definition of wallflowers next

plural of wallflower

as in mice

a shy or reserved person there were too many wallflowers at the party, so things never really got lively

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extroverts

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of wallflowers 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

Particularly caring mice dads will groom their pups and even insulate them with their bellies against inclement weather.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 18 Feb. 2026
Stained clothing, furniture, and rugs, anything that smells musty or mildewy, and items stored in spaces with termite, bedbug, or mice infestations should be thrown away rather than donated.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2026