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overgrown

 

[ ˌoʊvərˈɡroʊn ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

plant growth

Overgrown refers to an area that has become excessively covered or filled with plants, typically leading to a wild and unkempt appearance. This term is often used to describe gardens, yards, or natural landscapes where vegetation has proliferated beyond control.

Synonyms

dense, lush

Examples of usage

  • The garden became overgrown after months of neglect.
  • We took a hike through the overgrown trail in the woods.
  • The backyard was so overgrown that we could barely see the fence.

Translations

Translations of the word "overgrown" in other languages:

🇵🇹 crescido

🇮🇳 अधिक बढ़ा हुआ

🇩🇪 verwildert

🇮🇩 tumbuh liar

🇺🇦 зарослий

🇵🇱 zarośnięty

🇯🇵 繁茂した

🇫🇷 envahissant

🇪🇸 crecido

🇹🇷 aşırı büyümüş

🇰🇷 과도하게 자란

🇸🇦 مفرط النمو

🇨🇿 přerostlý

🇸🇰 prekrývajúci

🇨🇳 过度生长

🇸🇮 prerastel

🇮🇸 ofurðuð

🇰🇿 артық өскен

🇬🇪 მეტისმეტად გაწვდილი

🇦🇿 artıq böyümüş

🇲🇽 crecido

Word origin

The term 'overgrown' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'over-', which suggests an excess or beyond normal limits, and the verb 'grow', which means to increase in size or develop. The word 'grow' itself comes from the Old English 'growan,' which meant 'to become green' or 'to increase'. The concept of being 'overgrown' has been in use since at least the 15th century, often used to describe areas where vegetation has spread excessively, sometimes overtaking structures or landscapes. This reflects not only the natural growth patterns of plants but also the implications of human neglect in maintaining garden spaces or cultivated areas. Over the years, the word has taken on additional connotations in literature and culture, often symbolizing abandonment, wild beauty, or the reclaiming of land by nature.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,622, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.