Antonyms for
cedar
A coniferous tree of the genus Cedrus in the family Pinaceae.
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No Antonyms Found for Cedar

We could not find any antonyms for cedar in our database. This word may be too specific, technical, or does not have a clear opposite meaning.

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All Definitions for Cedar

Below are all the dictionary definitions of cedar:

1A coniferous tree of the genus Cedrus in the family Pinaceae.
2The aromatic wood from a Cedrus tree, or from any of several not closely related trees.
3A coniferous tree of the family Cupressaceae, especially of the genera Juniperus, Cupressus, Calocedrus, or Thuja.
4A flowering tree of the family Meliaceae, especially of the genera Cedrela or Toona.
5A number of places in the United States:
6A surname.
7A programming language, adding various features to the earlier language Mesa.
8A ghost town in Mohave County, Arizona.
9An unincorporated community in DeKalb County, Indiana.
10An unincorporated community in Mahaska County, Iowa.
11A city in Smith County, Kansas.
12A census-designated place in Leelanau County, Michigan.
13An unincorporated community in Mingo County, West Virginia.
14An unincorporated community in Raleigh County, West Virginia.
15An unincorporated community in Iron County, Wisconsin.
16A number of townships in the United States, listed under Cedar Township.

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How many antonyms does cedar have?

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About antonyms for cedar

Finding the right antonym for cedar helps writers create contrast, clarify meaning, and add depth to their work. Defined as "A coniferous tree of the genus Cedrus in the family Pinaceae.", cedar has 0 opposite words that can be used to express contrasting ideas.

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