barren land

Definitions

An area of land that is too poor or unproductive to support the growth of vegetation or crops.

A desolate or empty region characterized by a lack of life, resources, or human habitation.

Examples

After years of severe drought, the once fertile valley had transformed into a vast, barren land.

The settlers struggled to grow crops on the barren land, eventually realizing they would need to find a more hospitable location.

Synonyms

desolate wasteland arid desert infertile soil unproductive terrain bleak wilderness

Antonyms

fertile land lush vegetation productive soil fruitful ground verdant landscape