PROLIFERATIONS Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

proliferations

noun

plural of proliferation

as in increases

something added (as by growth) a large proliferation in the number of electrical appliances was placing enormous demands upon the region's power supply

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as in accumulations

the act or process of becoming greater in number the proliferation of mistakes as both actors and crew became more and more tired

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Recent Examples of proliferations There were proliferations of bulbs that looked like something a pathologist might worry about and striations that might have been crops seen from above. — Eric Boodman, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2026

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Noun

Russia's small and medium businesses already have been hit hard by tax increases, regulatory hurdles and, most recently, a fuel crisis from attacks on oil refineries.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Businesses without those controls may face exclusions, sublimits, premium increases or outright denials.

— Van Carlson, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of increases

Noun

Inspectors found seven dead roaches under kitchen equipment and also noted accumulations of mold and rotting food debris, according to the report.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Aug. 2026
Widespread, measurable rainfall is expected, with accumulations of 1 inch or less in most areas.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

Definition of accumulations

Noun

Kinchens, entering Year 3, is one of the players on the Rams' defense who could benefit most from the team's offseason additions.

— Nate Atkins, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
The idea is less frozen-in-time theme hotel and more modern luxury resort, and the latest room refreshes and restaurant additions have gotten it almost there.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of additions

Noun

After all, the technology offers mind-boggling capabilities and the tools are readily available, so what prevents organizations from generating benefits whose value far exceeds productivity boosts—and far exceeds the costs of implementing AI?

— Jim DeLoach, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Why seasonal eating boosts nutrition Produce picked at the height of its natural season is harvested when nutrient levels are highest.

— Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026

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