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ginger

The word “ginger” has 2 syllables: gin-ger

It's pronounced as /ˈdʒɪndʒər/

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In the thesaurus, “ginger” has 70 synonyms and 28 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for ginger

Antonyms for ginger

Meanings of ginger

  • noun
    1. The pungent aromatic rhizome of a tropical Asian herb, Zingiber officinale, used as a spice and as a stimulant and acarminative.
    2. The plant that produces this rhizome.
    3. Other species belonging to the same family, Zingiberaceae, especially those of the genus Zingiber.
    4. A reddish-brown color.
    5. A person with reddish-brown hair; a redhead.
    6. Vitality, vigour, liveliness (of character).
    7. A homosexual.
  • verb
    1. To add ginger to.
    2. To enliven, to spice (up).
    3. To apply ginger to the anus of a horse to encourage it to carry its tail high and move in a lively fashion.
    4. To inspire (someone); to give a little boost to.
    5. To move gingerly, very careful and cautious.
  • adjective
    1. (of hair) Of a reddish-brown colour.
    2. Sensitive, delicate.
    3. Homosexual.

Example Sentences

  • She added fresh ginger to the soup for extra flavor.
  • The cookies were spiced with cinnamon, cloves, and ginger.
  • He ordered a ginger ale to settle his stomach.
  • The gardener planted ginger in the corner of the herb bed.
  • Her hair had a bright ginger shade that stood out in the sunlight.

On this page you'll find 98 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ginger, such as: animal spirits, animation, ardor, beans, bounce, brawniness, brio.

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