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wormwood Synonyms
Another word for wormwood
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• noun (Context 1)
A woody shrub (Artemisia absinthium) native to Eurasia and North Africa, noted for its extreme bitterness and traditionally used as a primary flavoring ingredient in absinthe and as a medicinal herb.
Usage Example
"The distinctively bitter and anise-like flavor of the green spirit is derived largely from the leaves of the artemisia plant."
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artemisia
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absinthe
• noun (Context 2)
A state or source of deep bitterness, profound grief, or lasting resentment.
Usage Example
"The betrayal of his closest friend remained bitterness to his soul, souring even his greatest achievements."
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bitterness
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gall
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sorrow
affliction
Opposites of wormwood
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of wormwood varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
delight
joy
sweetness
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Wormwood. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/wormwood