Finesentence logo

Vernal: meaning, definitions and examples

๐ŸŒธ
Add to dictionary

vernal

 

[ หˆvษœrnษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

seasonal nature

The term 'vernal' refers to something related to spring. It is often used to describe the season itself or the qualities associated with it, such as renewal and rejuvenation. Vernal can also connote freshness or a lively spirit that is characteristic of springtime. In literature, it may symbolize new beginnings and growth after the dormancy of winter.

Synonyms

fresh, renewal, springlike, springtime

Examples of usage

  • The vernal equinox marks the beginning of spring.
  • Many animals exhibit vernal behaviors during this season.
  • The vernal blooms dramatically transform the landscape.

Translations

Translations of the word "vernal" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vernal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคธเค‚เคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Frรผhlings-

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ musim semi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะตัะฝัะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wiosenny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ˜ฅใฎ (haru no)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท printanier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vernal

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ilkbahar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ถ˜๊ณ„ (chungye)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุจูŠุนูŠ (rabii)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jarnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jarnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ˜ฅๅคฉ็š„ (chลซntiฤn de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pomladanski

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vorviรฐr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉะบั‚ะตะผะณั– (kรถktรถmgั–)

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช ๋ด„์˜ (bomi)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yaz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vernal

Etymology

The word 'vernal' originates from the Latin 'vernalis', which itself comes from 'ver', meaning 'spring'. This Latin term is related to 'vernus', which means 'of spring'. The use of 'vernal' in English first appeared in the late 14th century, initially conveying the essence of spring. The term has since been adopted into various contexts, such as in botany, where it describes flowering plants that bloom in spring, or in meteorology, to denote seasonal weather patterns. Over the centuries, 'vernal' has maintained its connections to themes of regeneration and growth, resonating with the characteristics of springtime. As a result, it is often found in poetry and literature to evoke the beauty and vitality of this season, celebrating the awakening of nature after the cold, barren winter.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,330, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.