OVERGROWN Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

overgrown

adjective

ˌō-vər-ˈgrōn

Definition of overgrown

as in lush

covered with a thick, healthy natural growth the trail has become so overgrown that it is nearly impassable in spots

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Recent Examples of overgrown Republicans have argued the rule prevents logging projects to clear out overgrown forests, as well as road construction that would aid firefighters responding to fire starts deep in the backcountry. — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 19 Aug. 2026 These overgrown teeth are the only tusks in the animal kingdom that are known to grow in a completely straight line. — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 18 Aug. 2026 The area was heavily overgrown with dense vegetation, which created poor visibility and increased the risk of surprising wildlife, the department said. — Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026 Kyser also suggests avoiding oversized shrubs, dense planting beds, and overgrown greenery that can make a compact space feel closed in. — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for overgrown

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Aargau Cantonal Police said one person was killed and five others were wounded after shots were fired at the event in the town of Aarau, a scenic area known for its lush valleys, medieval castles and thermal springs.

— Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026
Influenced by Barcelona legend Antoni Gaudí and American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, Treister’s work in Miami blended modern architecture with art, sculpture and the lush subtropical South Florida landscape.

— Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of lush

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The crowd skews toward couples and grown families in fleece, denim, and sneakers, here for quiet quality time or days packed with adventure.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
Jacquees looks toward what’s next, reflecting the confidence and grown-man perspective behind his new era.

— Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of grown

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Autumn Joy Stonecrop Also called autumn joy sedum, this hardy, summer- and fall-flowering perennial is known for its succulent foliage and dense clusters of tiny pink flowers.

— Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026
There was less consensus about the dust kicked up from the playa, which can be dense enough to cause whiteouts.

— Henry Alford, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026

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