FLORESCENCE Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

florescence

noun

flȯ-ˈre-sᵊn(t)s

Definition of florescence

as in bloom

a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement the florescence of Mayan art in the seventh century a.d.

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Noun

Division helps control the size of the plant, rejuvenates the number of blooms, and gives me plants for new landscaped beds.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026
Famous for their cup-shaped, vibrant blooms in shades of purple, yellow, white, and blue, crocus flowers serve as one of the very first signs of spring.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of bloom

Noun

For large, mature plants, dividing can also help support vigorous blooming, as overcrowding can negatively impact the plant’s ability to develop blooms.

— The Spruce, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026
Once blooms fade, seeds eventually begin to form, the plant becomes leggy, and blooming slows.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 July 2026

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