Zinnia

ZIN-ee-uh

/ˈzɪn.i.ə/

Noun

Meaning

Zinnia is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the sunflower family (Asteraceae), known for its bright, daisy-like flowers and long blooming season.
Zinnias are widely grown as ornamental garden flowers because of their vibrant colors, easy cultivation, and pollinator-friendly nature.

Examples

The garden was filled with colorful zinnias blooming throughout the summer.
Zinnia flowers are popular choices for home gardens due to their low maintenance.
Bees and butterflies are often attracted to zinnia plants.
She planted zinnias along the walkway to add vibrant color.
Zinnias thrive best in full sunlight and well-drained soil.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms	Antonyms
Zinnia flower Ornamental annual Garden bloom Summer flower	Weed Thorn plant Non-flowering plant

Note: Zinnia has limited true synonyms, as it refers to a specific plant genus.

Word Forms

Singular: zinnia
Plural: zinnias
Adjective: zinnia-like (rare usage)

Origin / Etymology

The word zinnia comes from Modern Latin, named in honor of Johann Gottfried Zinn, an 18th-century German botanist and anatomist. The genus name was formally adopted in botanical classification during the 18th century.

Grammar Information

Countable noun
Used mainly in singular or plural form
Commonly appears with gardening and botanical terms
Example usage: a zinnia plant, zinnias in bloom

Translations

Hindi: ज़ीनिया (Zīniyā)
Spanish: zinnia
French: zinnia
German: Zinnie
Italian: zinnia
Portuguese: zínia

Idioms & Phrases

Zinnia garden – a garden featuring various types of zinnia flowers
Zinnia in bloom – used to describe a garden at its most colorful stage
Zinnia is rarely used in idiomatic expressions outside gardening contexts.