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Proliferated: meaning, definitions and examples

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proliferated

 

[ prəˈlɪf.ə.reɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

growth, increase

To proliferate means to increase rapidly in numbers or to spread quickly. This term is often used in biological contexts, such as the rapid division of cells. It can also refer to the widespread occurrence of something.

Synonyms

broadcast, expand, increase, multiply

Examples of usage

  • The cells began to proliferate after the injury.
  • Social media has proliferated in recent years.
  • The use of smartphones has proliferated across the globe.

Translations

Translations of the word "proliferated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 proliferado

🇮🇳 विकसित हुआ

🇩🇪 proliferiert

🇮🇩 berlipat ganda

🇺🇦 розмножений

🇵🇱 proliferowany

🇯🇵 増殖した

🇫🇷 proliféré

🇪🇸 proliferado

🇹🇷 yayılmış

🇰🇷 증식된

🇸🇦 تزايد

🇨🇿 proliferovaný

🇸🇰 proliferačný

🇨🇳 增殖的

🇸🇮 proliferiran

🇮🇸 margfaldast

🇰🇿 көбейтілген

🇬🇪 გავრცელებული

🇦🇿 artmış

🇲🇽 proliferado

Word origin

The word 'proliferate' comes from the Latin word 'proliferare', which is a combination of 'proles' meaning 'offspring' and 'ferre' meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. It originally referred to the biological process of cells multiplying or reproducing. The term proliferate made its way into the English language in the mid-20th century and is often used in scientific discussions, particularly in biology and medicine. In recent years, the usage expanded into other areas such as technology and social phenomena, reflecting the rapid spread of ideas, products, and behaviors within societies.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,467, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.