Bloom: meaning, definitions and examples

🌸
Add to dictionary

bloom

 

[ bluːm ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

flowers

Bloom refers to the process of a flower opening up and reaching its full size. It is a natural and beautiful transformation that occurs in plants.

Synonyms

blossom, blossom out, flower

Examples of usage

  • The roses began to bloom in the garden.
  • The cherry blossoms bloom in springtime.
  • The sunflowers bloomed under the warm sun.
Context #2 | Noun

growth

Bloom can also refer to a state or time of great beauty, freshness, and vigor. It is often used metaphorically to describe a period of flourishing or peak condition.

Synonyms

peak, prime, zenith

Examples of usage

  • She was in the bloom of youth.
  • The garden was in full bloom.
  • The company is in the bloom of success.

Translations

Translations of the word "bloom" in other languages:

🇵🇹 florescer

🇮🇳 खिलना

🇩🇪 blühen

🇮🇩 mekar

🇺🇦 цвісти

🇵🇱 kwitnąć

🇯🇵 咲く (saku)

🇫🇷 fleurir

🇪🇸 florecer

🇹🇷 çiçek açmak

🇰🇷 피다 (pida)

🇸🇦 تفتح (tafataḥ)

🇨🇿 kvést

🇸🇰 kvitnúť

🇨🇳 开花 (kāi huā)

🇸🇮 cveteti

🇮🇸 blómstra

🇰🇿 гүлдеу (güldeu)

🇬🇪 აყვავება (aq'vaveba)

🇦🇿 çiçəkləmək

🇲🇽 florecer

Etymology

The word 'bloom' originated from the Old Norse word 'blómi', meaning a flower or blossom. Over time, it evolved to encompass not just the physical process of flowering, but also the metaphorical sense of flourishing and reaching peak beauty or condition. The concept of bloom has been celebrated in literature, art, and culture as a symbol of growth, vitality, and renewal.

See also: blooming.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,387 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.