Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stemmed
Adjective
/stɛməd/
Definition
(adjective) having a stem or stems; in context, it often refers to something that has been derived from or originates from a particular source.
Examples
- The stemmed glasses were perfect for serving wine at the dinner party.
- She chose a flower arrangement with stemmed roses to brighten her home.
- His argument stemmed from years of research in the field.
Meaning
The term ‘stemmed’ can also imply something that has been cut off or reduced in a certain way, particularly in reference to plants, drinks, or ideas that have evolved from a base form.
Synonyms
- derived
- originated
- extracted
- cut
