FRUCTUOUS Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

fructuous

adjective

ˈfrək-chə-wəs

Definition of fructuous

as in prolific

producing abundantly settlers gradually migrated from the rocky shores to more fructuous lands

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The case cast Letby as one of Britain’s most prolific child serial killers.

— Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2026
The prolific costume designer and Southern California native died Monday, according to a tribute posted to his official Instagram page.

— Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of prolific

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Coworkers spin up absurd theories about each other, and this setting—the office as the most fertile breeding ground for speculation—allows Park’s absurdities to bend plausibility without breaking it.

— James Folta, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2026
The land was also fertile, good for vineyards or wheat when it wasn’t being used for cattle.

— Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of fertile

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All are worth a visit, but my personal favorite is La Vara, which blends Jewish and Moorish influences to honor Southern Spain’s rich culinary history.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026
In this Dutch drama series based on Noort’s bestselling novel, four rich and glamorous couples are living the dream—until one of them dies in a mysterious house fire.

— Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 14 Sep. 2026

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