deciduous
Translation
deciduous
Examples
Maple trees are deciduous.
Maple trees are deciduous.
Deciduous forests are beautiful in the fall.
Deciduous forests are beautiful in the autumn.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) is/are deciduous describes a plant that sheds its leaves annually. Maple trees are deciduous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: temporary, ephemeral; Antonyms: evergreen, perennial
Etymology
From Latin 'decidere' (to fall off), from 'de-' (off) + 'cadere' (to fall).
Memory Tips
Think of leaves that 'decide' to fall off in the autumn.