deciduous (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /dɪˈsɪdʒ.u.əs/

Definition

Shedding leaves annually at the end of a growing season.

Examples

• Deciduous forests undergo a dramatic transformation as the leaves change color and fall in late autumn.

• Unlike evergreen trees, deciduous species require a period of dormancy to survive harsh winters.

• The landscape was dominated by deciduous oaks that provided shade in summer and sunlight in winter.

Synonyms of deciduous

Words with a similar meaning to deciduous:

• seasonal
• leaf-shedding
• ephemeral

Antonyms of deciduous

Words with the opposite meaning to deciduous:

• evergreen

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