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carnation Synonyms
Another word for carnation
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• noun (Context 1)
A widely cultivated herbaceous plant (Dianthus caryophyllus) in the pink family, native to the Mediterranean region, heavily hybridized to produce large, heavily frilled, and fragrant flowers in a variety of colors.
Usage Example
"He wore a crisp red dianthus pinned to the lapel of his tuxedo for the opening night gala."
Strong
dianthus
Weak
pink
• noun (Context 2)
A rosy pink or delicate pale red color, historically associated with the color of human skin or flesh in portraiture.
Usage Example
"The artist meticulously mixed white and red pigments to achieve the perfect pink tint for the cherub's cheeks."
Strong
pink
rose
Weak
blush
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Carnation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/carnation