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Efflorescent: meaning, definitions and examples

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efflorescent

 

[ ɛf.ləˈrɛs.ənt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing growth

Efflorescent refers to the process of flowering or blooming, particularly in relation to plants or minerals that produce a powdery residue. In botany, it describes the flowering of plants, usually implying a vibrant display of flowers. The term is also used in chemistry to indicate the transition of a substance from a hydrated to a dry state, resulting in the formation of crystals that can appear as a powdery output. Overall, it captures the essence of blooming or the display of a vivid, colorful transformation.

Synonyms

blooming, blossoming, flourishing, flowering

Examples of usage

  • The efflorescent growth of the lilies was breathtaking.
  • The efflorescent mineral left a trail of white powder.
  • Her garden was efflorescent with color in the spring.

Translations

Translations of the word "efflorescent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 eflorescente

🇮🇳 फूलने वाला

🇩🇪 effloreszent

🇮🇩 efloresen

🇺🇦 ефлоресцентний

🇵🇱 eflorescentny

🇯🇵 エフロレッセント

🇫🇷 éfflorescent

🇪🇸 eflorescente

🇹🇷 efloresan

🇰🇷 발화하는

🇸🇦 مزهرة

🇨🇿 eflorescenční

🇸🇰 eflorescenčný

🇨🇳 开花的

🇸🇮 eflorescenten

🇮🇸 blómstrandi

🇰🇿 гүлдеген

🇬🇪 ყვავილოვანი

🇦🇿 çiçək açan

🇲🇽 eflorescente

Word origin

The word 'efflorescent' originates from the Latin word 'efflorescere,' which means 'to flower out' or 'to blossom.' The term combines the prefix 'ex-' meaning 'out' and 'florescere' meaning 'to bloom' or 'to flower.' It entered the English language in the early 19th century, primarily used in botanical contexts to describe the blooming of plants. Over time, its meaning expanded to include descriptions of mineral formations and chemical transformations, particularly focusing on the formation of a powdery residue from crystallization. This evolution of the term reflects the interdisciplinary nature of 'efflorescent,' making it relevant in both natural and applied sciences.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,045, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.