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lime Synonyms

Another word for lime

Choosing another word for lime depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A white alkaline substance (calcium oxide) obtained by heating limestone, traditionally used in building materials, agriculture, and chemical processes.

Usage Example

"The farmer spread quicklime over the acidic soil to improve the yield of his upcoming harvest."

Strongest
quicklime
calcium oxide
Strong
calx

• noun (Context 2)

A large broad-leaved tree of the genus Tilia, native to the Northern Hemisphere, known for its heart-shaped leaves and fragrant yellowish flowers.

Usage Example

"We walked down an old avenue lined with majestic linden trees that provided thick shade."

Strongest
linden
lime tree
linden tree
basswood

• verb (Context 3)

To treat soil or water with a calcium compound to reduce acidity and improve fertility.

Usage Example

"The agronomist recommended that they sweeten the pastures before the spring rains arrived."

Strong
sweeten
alkalize
Weak
deacidify

Opposites of lime

The opposite of lime shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

acidify
sour
See all opposites of lime

• Nearby Words

limberness
limbless
limbo
lime
limelight
limerick
limescale

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Lime. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/lime
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