What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “acanthous”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “acanthous”

The antonym of acanthous are smooth and leafless. The antonyms smooth and leafless convey the opposite meaning of acanthous, which is covered with thorns or spines.

Explore all Antonyms of “acanthous”

• smooth
• leafless

Definitions and Examples of smooth, leafless

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

smooth

Having an even surface without roughness, bumps, or projections.

Example

The polished marble floor was smooth to the touch.

leafless

Without leaves or foliage.

Example

In winter, the trees become leafless and bare.

Key Differences: smooth vs leafless

• 1. Smooth describes a surface that is even and without roughness, while acanthous has a surface covered with thorns or spines.
• 2. Leafless describes a plant without leaves or foliage, while acanthous refers to a plant with spiny leaves.

Effective Usage of smooth, leafless

• 1. Botany: Use acanthous to describe plants with spiny leaves, and leafless to describe plants without leaves.
• 2. Texture: Use smooth to describe surfaces that are even and without roughness.
• 3. Art: Incorporate these antonyms in art descriptions to convey texture and contrast.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of acanthous are smooth and leafless. While acanthous describes a surface covered with thorns or spines, smooth refers to an even surface without roughness, and leafless describes a plant without leaves or foliage. These words can be used in botany, texture descriptions, and art to convey contrast and texture.