barren (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈbærən/

Definition

Unable to produce offspring or vegetation; infertile.

Examples

• The farmer worried that his land had become barren after years of poor harvests.

• After the wildfire, the forest floor was left barren and scorched.

• Scientists are studying why some animals are naturally barren and cannot reproduce.

Synonyms of barren

Words with a similar meaning to barren:

• infertile
• desolate
• unproductive
• bleak

Antonyms of barren

Words with the opposite meaning to barren:

• fertile
• prolific

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