Desert

Synonyms of desert

• abandon
• forsake
• leave

Antonyms of desert

• occupy
• populate
• inhabit

Collocations of desert

desert oasis

Frequency: 80 %

After days of walking through the desert, they finally stumbled upon a beautiful oasis.

desert sand

Frequency: 70 %

The desert sand stretched out as far as the eye could see.

desert heat

Frequency: 65 %

The desert heat was unbearable, causing them to seek shelter.

desert landscape

Frequency: 60 %

The desert landscape was both beautiful and unforgiving.

desert wildlife

Frequency: 50 %

Despite the harsh conditions, the desert is home to a variety of wildlife.

Idiomatic Expressions for desert

• Phrase: desert a sinking ship
  Meaning: to abandon a failing or doomed situation
  Usage: The employees began to desert the sinking ship as rumors of bankruptcy spread.