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budding

 

[ ˈbʌdɪŋ ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

in the early stages

Showing promise for future development; beginning to develop. Typically used to describe a young person with potential or a new business or project.

Synonyms

developing, emerging, promising.

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Word Description / Examples
budding

Use 'budding' when referring to someone or something that is just starting to show potential or signs of development, often related to talents or careers.

  • She is a budding artist with a lot of potential.
  • The budding entrepreneur just launched his first startup.
emerging

Use 'emerging' when talking about something that is coming into existence or becoming more prominent, often related to trends, industries, or issues.

  • Emerging technologies are changing the way we live.
  • She is an emerging leader in the field of environmental science.
developing

Use 'developing' to describe something that is in the process of growth or becoming more advanced, often used in a general sense.

  • The developing situation requires our immediate attention.
  • They are part of a developing community in the suburbs.
promising

Use 'promising' to describe something or someone that shows signs of future success or improvement, often in a positive and encouraging way.

  • He is a promising young athlete.
  • The research shows promising results in the early stages.

Examples of usage

  • He is a budding artist, with a unique style that is already attracting attention.
  • The budding entrepreneur had innovative ideas for her start-up company.
Context #2 | Verb

botany

The process of a plant developing buds, which will eventually grow into flowers or leaves.

Synonyms

blooming, flowering, sprouting.

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Word Description / Examples
budding

Use when referring to something or someone that is beginning to develop or show signs of promise, often in a creative or professional field.

  • She is a budding artist with a lot of potential
  • The company is full of budding entrepreneurs
sprouting

Often used for the initial stages of growth, particularly for plants or young individuals. It suggests the emergence of new life or ideas.

  • The seeds are sprouting after a week of watering
  • Young activists are sprouting up all over the city
blooming

Best used to describe something that is flourishing or coming into its prime, usually in reference to flowers, but can also be used metaphorically for people or situations.

  • The garden is blooming with colorful flowers
  • Her career is blooming as she takes on more responsibilities
flowering

Use to describe the process of growing and producing flowers, or metaphorically, the peak or development of someone's talents or abilities.

  • The apple trees are flowering beautifully this year
  • He is in the flowering stage of his music career

Examples of usage

  • In spring, the trees begin budding, signaling the start of a new season.
  • The rose bushes were already budding, promising a beautiful display of flowers.

Translations

Translations of the word "budding" in other languages:

🇵🇹 brotamento

🇮🇳 अंकुरण

🇩🇪 Knospen

🇮🇩 berkecambah

🇺🇦 бутонізація

🇵🇱 pączkowanie

🇯🇵 芽生え

🇫🇷 bourgeonnement

🇪🇸 brote

🇹🇷 tomurcuklanma

🇰🇷 발아

🇸🇦 تبرعم

🇨🇿 pučení

🇸🇰 pučanie

🇨🇳 萌芽

🇸🇮 brstenje

🇮🇸 brum

🇰🇿 бүршіктеу

🇬🇪 ამოყვანა

🇦🇿 tumurcuqlama

🇲🇽 brote

Etymology

The word 'budding' originated from the Middle English word 'budde', which means a small rounded growth on a plant. It has been used since the 14th century to describe the process of plants developing buds. Over time, the term has evolved to also refer to individuals or businesses showing potential for growth and development.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,329, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.