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Wordabulary

barren

Pronunciation
Adjective B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

Unable to produce plants, crops, or offspring.

"The barren hillside hadn't seen a single crop grow in years."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

infertile desolate

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The _____ hillside hadn't seen a single crop grow in years."

Answer: barren

In your own words, what does "barren" mean?

Unable to produce plants, crops, or offspring.

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