fibrous
The word “fibrous” has 2 syllables: fi-brous
It's pronounced as /ˈfaɪbrəs/
What is synonym and antonym for fibrous?
In the thesaurus, “fibrous” has 7 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for fibrous along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for fibrous
- knotty
- ropey
- ropy
- sinewy
- stringy
- thready
- wiry
Meanings of fibrous
- adjective
- Of or pertaining to fibre.
- Containing many fibres - referring mainly to food.
Example Sentences
- The doctor explained that the tissue was thick and fibrous.
- Some vegetables have a tough, fibrous texture when eaten raw.
- The rope was made from a strong fibrous material.
- The scientist studied the fibrous structure of the plant’s stem.
- Over time, the scar became hard and fibrous.
On this page you'll find 7 synonyms or another words to fibrous, such as: knotty, ropey, ropy, sinewy, stringy, thready, wiry.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
raw
- abandoned
- abraded
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- au naturel
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- fibrous
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- wet
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- wild
- wind-swept
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cardboardy
leathery
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- chewy
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- gristly
- hard
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- stringy
- tough