burgeoning — Growing or developing rapidly and flourishing. Often describes something that is expanding quickly in size, extent, or importance.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Growing or developing rapidly and flourishing. Often describes something that is expanding quickly in size, extent, or importance.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbɜːrdʒənɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- His burgeoning belly clearly showed his love for pizza and beer.
- The burgeoning startup scene in Seoul attracts global attention.
- My grandmother's burgeoning social media following surprises everyone.
burgeoning
ADJECTIVE[/ˈbɜːrdʒənɪŋ/]
Growing or developing rapidly and flourishing. Often describes something that is expanding quickly in size, extent, or importance.
Growing or developing rapidly and flourishing. Often describes something that is expanding quickly in size, extent, or importance.
Her burgeoning empire keeps surging as she's urging them forward!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'bourgeonner' meaning 'to put forth buds or shoots.' The word originally described the rapid sprouting of new growth on plants in spring.
Breakdown
bourgeon (bud/shoot) + -ing (present participle suffix showing ongoing action)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“His burgeoning belly clearly showed his love for pizza and beer.”
“The burgeoning startup scene in Seoul attracts global attention.”
“My grandmother's burgeoning social media following surprises everyone.”
“The city's burgeoning art scene offers new opportunities for young artists.”
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