allium
Meaning
A genus of flowering plants that includes onions, garlic, leeks, and other similar plants. (পেঁয়াজ জাতীয় উদ্ভিদ)
Pronunciation
আলিয়াম (āliẏām)
Synonyms
garlic, onion, leek, chive, shallot, scallion, bulb, herb
Synonyms
She adds garlic to almost every dish she prepares.
The onion adds a strong flavor to the soup.
He made a delicious leek soup for dinner.
Chives can be used to garnish various dishes.
Shallots are sweeter than regular onions.
Scallions are perfect for salads and soups.
The bulb of the plant is edible.
Herb gardens often include various types of alliums.
Antonyms
The bitter taste was overwhelming.
Lemon has a sour taste.
The dish was bland without spices.
The dessert was very sweet.
The water was tasteless.
The coffee was insipid without sugar.
Unseasoned food often lacks flavor.
The flavor was dull and uninspired.
Phrases
The allium family includes onions and garlic.
Cultivated alliums are essential for culinary dishes.
Wild alliums can often be found in meadows.
Garlic is a popular edible allium.
Ornamental alliums brighten up the garden.