Burgeon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɜː.d͡ʒən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Burgeon is a noun meaning (intransitive) To grow or expand.
Meaning
(intransitive) To grow or expand.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To swell to the point of bursting.
- (intransitive, archaic) Of plants, to bloom, bud.
- (obsolete) A bud, sprout, or shoot.
Example Sentences
Gradually, the town burgeoned into a thriving city.
Word Forms
- burgeons
- burgeoning
- burgeoned
Synonyms for burgeon
Depending on context, synonyms include blossom, expand, grow, sprout, bud, green.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sprout, grow, bourgeon, brancher, sprunt, spring.
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