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cassava Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
The starchy, tuberous root of the cassava plant, consumed as a staple carbohydrate in many tropical regions and used to produce tapioca.
Usage Example
"She prepared a hearty traditional stew thickened with grated manioc and coconut milk."
Strongest
manioc
yuca
Strong
tapioca
• noun (Context 2)
A woody shrub of the spurge family (Manihot esculenta), native to South America and extensively cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide for its tuberous roots.
Usage Example
"Agricultural scientists are developing disease-resistant strains of manioc to improve yields for farmers in sub-Saharan Africa."
Strongest
manioc
yuca
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Cassava. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/cassava