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profusion

/pɹə(ʊ)ˈfjuːʒən/

Meanings
  • noun

    abundance or overabundance of something, especially a particular quality or feature

    - "The profusion of colors in a rainbow is breathtaking."
    - "The profusion of flowers in the garden was overwhelming."

Pronunciation
  1. /pɹoʊˈfjuʒən/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with profusion
delusion , concussion , obsession
Variants
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profusion , profusions
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'profluere', meaning 'to flow forth'


Trivia
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  1. Profusion is a term often used in botany to describe the dense growth of vegetation.

  2. In music, a profusion of harmonies and counterpoint can create a complex and rich musical texture.


Related Concepts
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  1. abundance: Refers to a plentiful supply or quantity of something.

  2. exuberance: Refers to a lively and enthusiastic expression or display of emotion.


Culture
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In literature, profusion is often used to describe the richness and abundance of language, imagery, or emotion. For example, in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, the character Mercutio describes Tybalt as 'a beast, that but seeing the white stead of an innocent child, wou'd trample him to death.

How to Memorize "profusion"

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    - Imagine a basket overflowing with fruits and vegetables, or a garden filled with vibrant flowers.

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  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the word 'profusion' and the image of a waterfall, which flows abundantly.


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