sweetpea

/ˈswiːtpiː/; /ˈsweɪtpiː/; /ˈswiːt.piː/

Definitions

1. noun

A garden plant of the genus Lathyrus, especially L. odoratus, with fragrant, pink or white flowers, often used as an ornamental.

“She loved walking through the garden to admire the sweetpeas that were blooming.”

2. noun

A term of endearment for a girl or woman.

“He called his daughter his sweetpea and gave her a big hug.”

3. proper noun

A British term for the Lathyrus odoratus plant.

“The sweetpea is a popular flower in English gardens.”

4. noun

A sweet and charming person, especially a girl or young woman.

“She was a sweetpea and everyone loved her for her kindness.”

Synonyms

  • darling
  • lovely
  • pretty
  • sweetheart

Antonyms

  • unkind
  • unlovely
  • unpleasant