Pronunciation

/siːd/

Definitions

Noun

1. A small, hard, usually brown object containing the embryo of a plant, which when planted in soil germinates and grows into a new plant.
   • Example: “The garden was filled with various seeds from different plants.”
2. A starting point or the first stage of something, often figurative.
   • Example: “His success story began with a simple idea that became the seed of his business.”

Verb

1. To plant seeds, either literally or metaphorically.
   • Example: “Farmers sow seeds in the spring to ensure a bountiful harvest.”
2. To initiate or散布 the beginning of something, like an idea or a tradition.
   • Example: “She sowed the seeds of doubt in their minds about the plan.”

Adjective

1. Fundamental or basic, often in the context of origins or origins of a concept.
   • Example: “The seed of innovation lies in the curiosity of the human mind.”

Phrases

• “Plant the seed of knowledge” means to impart information or ideas that can grow and develop.
• “A seed of discontent” refers to a small source of dissatisfaction or unhappiness.
• “Sowing seeds of success” is a metaphor for starting with a promising foundation.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The gardener carefully placed a seed in the soil.”
• Verb: “The teacher sowed the seeds of critical thinking in her students.”
• Adjective: “The core values are the seeds of our company’s culture.”

Synonyms

• Kernel
• Germ
• Seedling
• Origin
• Catalyst
• Foundation
• Sprout
• Beginning