Definition

The plants and plant life that grow in a particular area or region.

Example

The vegetation in the rainforest is very diverse and colorful.

Conversation

Have you noticed how lush the vegetation is in the park lately?

Yeah, it's really beautiful this time of year!

I love how it makes the whole area feel more alive.

Absolutely! It’s my favorite place to relax and enjoy nature.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vegetation → It is formed from "vegetare" (meaning to grow or to be alive) and the suffix "-tion" (indicating the action or process of). The word "vegetation" refers to the process of growing or the state of being alive, particularly in relation to plant life.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'vegetate' which means to grow or be alive, and remember that 'vegetation' refers to the process of plants growing.

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