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germinates

The word “germinates” has 3 syllables: ger-mi-nates

It's pronounced as /ˈdʒɝməˌneɪts/

What is synonym and antonym for germinates?

In the thesaurus, “germinates” has 40 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for germinates along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for germinates

Antonyms for germinates

  • cuts
  • digs
  • extirpates
  • hays
  • kills
  • mows
  • picks
  • plucks
  • uproots

Meanings of germinates

  • verb
    1. Of a seed, to begin to grow, to sprout roots and leaves.
    2. To cause to grow; to produce.

Example Sentences

  • A seed germinates when it has the right amount of water and warmth.
  • The plant germinates best in well-drained, fertile soil.
  • She believes that creativity germinates from curiosity and observation.
  • The idea germinates in his mind before turning into a full-blown plan.
  • Grass usually germinates within a week after being sown.

On this page you'll find 49 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to germinates, such as: bourgeons, breeds, burgeons, crops, cultivates, cultures, cuts.

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  • develops
  • does the trick
  • emerges
  • evolves
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  • goes
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  • thrives
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