Efflorescences — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌe-flə-ˈre-sᵊn(t)s/ ef·flo·res·cence

Meaning & Definition of Efflorescences

Efflorescences (noun)

  1. the action or process of developing and unfolding as if coming into flower, blossoming
  2. an instance of such development
  3. fullness of manifestation, culmination

Efflorescences (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in flowerings

    similar: flowerings, autumns, Indian summers, acmes, apexes, climaxes, meridians, peaks, pinnacles, summits, zeniths, blooms, blossoms, florescences, floruits, flowers, flushes, heydays, high noons, primes, salad days, springtimes, glories, grandeurs, splendors, belle epoques, golden ages, silver ages, comebacks, recoveries, revivals
    opposite: decays, declines, downfalls, bottoms, nadirs

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Efflorescences

The most common words with a similar meaning to Efflorescences:

flowerings, autumns, Indian summers, acmes, apexes, climaxes, meridians, peaks, pinnacles, summits, zeniths, blooms, blossoms, florescences, floruits, flowers, flushes, heydays, high noons, primes, salad days, springtimes, glories, grandeurs, splendors, belle epoques, golden ages, silver ages, comebacks, recoveries, revivals

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Efflorescences

Words with the opposite meaning of Efflorescences:

decays, declines, downfalls, bottoms, nadirs

Word Forms of Efflorescences

Derived words: efflorescent (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Efflorescences

First known use: 1626

Frequently Asked Questions about Efflorescences

What does "Efflorescences" mean?

"Efflorescences" means the action or process of developing and unfolding as if coming into flower, blossoming. As a noun, it is defined as: the action or process of developing and unfolding as if coming into flower, blossoming.

What is another word for "Efflorescences"?

Other words for "Efflorescences" include flowerings, autumns, Indian summers, acmes, apexes, climaxes, meridians and peaks. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Efflorescences" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Efflorescences"?

There are 31 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Efflorescences". Common alternatives include flowerings, autumns, Indian summers, acmes, apexes, climaxes, meridians, peaks, pinnacles and summits.

What is the opposite of "Efflorescences"?

Antonyms of "Efflorescences" include decays, declines, downfalls, bottoms and nadirs.

Is "Efflorescences" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Efflorescences" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Efflorescences"?

"Efflorescences" is pronounced /ˌe-flə-ˈre-sᵊn(t)s/ and divided into syllables as ef·flo·res·cence.

What is the origin of the word "Efflorescences"?

First known use: 1626.

What is another word for "Efflorescences" meaning "as in flowerings"?

When "Efflorescences" (noun) means as in flowerings, synonyms include flowerings, autumns, Indian summers, acmes, apexes and climaxes. Opposites in this sense include decays, declines, downfalls and bottoms.