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pigweed Synonyms
Another word for pigweed
Choosing another word for pigweed depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
Any of various weedy plants, especially those of the genus Amaranthus, characterized by coarse leaves and small, densely clustered green flowers, historically utilized as forage for swine.
Usage Example
"The farmer spent the afternoon clearing amaranth from the vegetable garden to prevent it from choking out the tomatoes."
Strongest
amaranth
• noun (Context 2)
A plant of the genus Chenopodium, such as lamb's quarters, often found growing prolifically in cultivated or disturbed soil.
Usage Example
"While considered a nuisance by some agricultural workers, certain species of goosefoot are completely edible and can be cooked much like spinach."
Strong
goosefoot
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Pigweed. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/pigweed