Meaning of the word evergreen in English

What does evergreen mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

evergreen

US /ˈev.ɚ.ɡriːn/

UK /ˈev.ə.ɡriːn/

a plant that retains its leaves throughout the year

Example:

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Pine trees are a common type of evergreen.

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The garden was filled with various evergreens, providing color even in winter.

Synonym:

conifer fir pine spruce

retaining leaves throughout the year

Example:

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The forest was filled with tall evergreen trees.

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We planted an evergreen hedge along the fence.

Antonym:

deciduous

always fresh or popular; enduring

Example:

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The song is an evergreen classic that never gets old.

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His advice remains evergreen, relevant even today.

Synonym:

timeless enduring perennial classic lasting