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buttercup Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A herbaceous plant of the genus Ranunculus, typically found in temperate regions and characterized by glossy, bright yellow, cup-shaped flowers that bloom in spring and summer.
Usage Example
"The children sat in the meadow, holding a bright yellow crowfoot under their chins to see if it would reflect the light."
Strong
crowfoot
• noun (Context 2)
An affectionate term of endearment, typically used to address a child, a sweetheart, or a loved one.
Usage Example
"Time to go to sleep, my little darling."
Strong
darling
sweetheart
dear
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Buttercup. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/buttercup