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proliferative

adjective

as in bursting

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Recent Examples of proliferative There’s a proliferative phase during which new tissue is formed. — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proliferative
  1. excess
  2. blooming
  3. extra
  4. thriving
  5. flourishing
  6. teeming
  7. lavish
  8. prolific
Adjective
  • Even worse, the wing screens — the big digital screens mounted at the base of the F50’s wingsail — were fizzling out with the excess water torrenting out of the gloomy Sassnitz sky.
    — Andrew Rice, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
  • The boots apply rhythmic pressure to the legs to improve circulation and move excess fluid out, which can ease heavy, tired legs after a long day of walking, a round of golf or a doubles match.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of excess
Adjective
  • To enhance blooming, side dress flowering bulbs with a balanced bulb fertilizer when their leaves sprout, but stop fertilizing when their flowers bud out.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Everything was growing all at once, all over the place, blooming, withering, and crashing to the earth.
    — Kendra Nordin Beato, Christian Science Monitor, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of blooming
Adjective
  • This jacket is constructed from a heavyweight cotton, providing an extra layer that keeps you cozy on chilly fall days.
    — Jessie Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026
  • For many Broward educators, the compensation funded through this referendum is not a bonus or extra spending money.
    — Roberto Fernandez III, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of extra
Adjective
  • Golf photographer Brian Murphy says that Orlando’s thriving golf scene is ideal for residents who enjoy the game.
    — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The Braves, who reported $732 million in revenue in 2025, should trade for an even higher revenue multiple than the Angels because the Braves have a thriving real-estate development around their stadium, Colvin argued.
    — Evan Drellich, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of thriving
Adjective
  • This holistic approach addresses what's failing in current, disjointed systems and fosters more flourishing futures, including for leaders themselves.
    — Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Developed from the earlier Light School framework within Virtual World Society, Luminara examines how immersive technology, artificial intelligence, neuroscience, creativity, and experiential learning may work together to support human flourishing and social connection.
    — Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Definition of flourishing
Adjective
  • The new findings are confounding scientists’ expectations, raising questions about how exactly molecules can encounter their reactive partners in a teeming, crowded space — and therefore how cells can possibly function.
    — Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 18 Feb. 2026
Definition of teeming
Adjective
  • Zendaya chose a glittering Prada gown bedecked in shimmering crystals with a plunging tulle neckline, along with Mikimoto jewelry, including lavish pearl-and-diamond earrings and two rings from the Petals collection.
    — Meg Walters, InStyle, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The short clip highlights a lavish chandelier and floral centerpieces, and even shows Melania carefully arranging elegant silverware and glassware on the dinner table.
    — StyleCaster Editors, StyleCaster, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of lavish
Adjective
  • 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
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“Proliferative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proliferative. Accessed 23 Sep. 2026.

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