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Synonyms of barren

5 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for barren is sterile. Other synonyms of barren are destitute. The opposite of barren is fruitful.

Synonyms and similar words for barren

adjectiveDevoid, lacking.

adjectiveUnproductive, fruitless, unprofitable; empty, hollow, vain.

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Opposite of barren

adjectiveMore antonyms

  • fertileCapable of reproducing; fecund, fruitful.
  • fruitfulFavourable to the growth of fruit or useful vegetation; not barren.

Meaning of barren

  1. adjective Not bearing children, childless; hence also unable to bear children, sterile.
  2. adjective Not bearing seed or fruit.
  3. adjective Of poor fertility, infertile; not producing vegetation; desert, waste.

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Questions about synonyms of barren

What is another word for barren?
Barren has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as sterile and destitute.
What is the opposite of barren?
The opposite of barren is fruitful. Other antonyms of barren are fertile.
What does barren mean?
Barren means not bearing children, childless; hence also unable to bear children, sterile.

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