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maroon

The word “maroon” has 2 syllables: ma-roon

It's pronounced as /məˈrun/

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In the thesaurus, “maroon” has 38 synonyms and 13 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for maroon

Antonyms for maroon

Meanings of maroon

  • noun
    1. An escaped negro slave of the Caribbean and the Americas or a descendant of escaped slaves.
    2. A castaway; a person who has been marooned.
    3. A rich dark red, somewhat brownish, color.
    4. A rocket-propelled firework or skyrocket, often one used as a signal (e.g. to summon the crew of a lifeboat or warn of an air raid).
    5. An idiot; a fool.
  • verb
    1. To abandon in a remote, desolate place, as on a desert island.
  • adjective
    1. Associated with Maroon culture, communities or peoples.
    2. Of a maroon color.

Example Sentences

  • She wore a beautiful dress in deep maroon for the party.
  • The team’s uniforms are bright maroon with white stripes.
  • He painted the walls a rich maroon to create a warm atmosphere.
  • The maroon scarf added a touch of color to her outfit.
  • They chose maroon as the accent color for the living room decor.

On this page you'll find 51 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to maroon, such as: abandon, abjure, cut off, deliver, desert, discard, disown.

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Related Words

abandon

take a hike

walk away from

walk out on

jettison

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