Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vegetate
verb
/ˈvɛdʒɪˌteɪt/
Definition
To grow or develop in a way similar to plants; to lead a monotonous, inactive life.
Examples
- After a long week of work, I just want to vegetate on the couch and watch movies.
- During summer vacation, the kids liked to vegetate at the beach.
Meaning
To exist or make progress in a very dull, unchallenging way; often used to describe a state of inactivity similar to that of a plant.
Synonyms
- laze
- idle
- slumber
- do nothing
