Top synonyms for “ripe”: advanced, good, mature, right, aged, late, mature, mellow, and 4 more below.
Definitions
- (adjective)far along in time“a man of advanced age”
- (adjective)at the highest point of development especially in judgment or knowledge“a ripe mind”
- (adjective)fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used“ripe peaches”
- (adjective)most suitable or right for a particular purpose“a good time to plant tomatoes”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "ripe"?
Common synonyms for "ripe" include advanced, good, mature, right, aged, late. Our thesaurus lists 12 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "ripe"?
Antonyms for "ripe" include green. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "ripe" mean?
far along in time Example: "a man of advanced age"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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