Definition of the word profusion

Pronunciation of vocabulary profusion

profusionnoun

sự dồn dập

/prəˈfjuːʒn//prəˈfjuːʒn/

Origin of the word profusion

The word "profusion" originated in the mid-1500s from the Old French word "profusioun," which in turn was derived from the Latin "pro fusionem," meaning "in abundance, freely given." This Latin phrase was created by joining the preposition "pro," meaning "for," with the word "fusio," meaning "melt" or "pouring." In Latin, "profusionem" was used to refer to the overflowing or excess amount of something that was poured or melted. This meaning still lingers in the English word "profusion," which describes an abundance or excessive amount of something, often without regard for waste or necessity. Interestingly, another English word, "profligate," came from the same Latin origin. The Latin word "profligatus" referred to something that was squandered or wasted, and this meaning evolved over time into the English word "profligate" - someone who lives recklessly and wastefully. Today, the word "profusion" is commonly used in English to describe a wide range of things in which there is an abundance, excess, or extravagant amount. These can include things such as flowers in a garden, colors in a sunset, or emotions in a passionate conversation.

Vocabulary summary profusion

typenoun

meaningabundance, superabundance, abundance, profusion ((also) profuseness)

Example of vocabulary profusionnamespace

  • The garden was in a state of profusion with blooming flowers of every color.

    Khu vườn tràn ngập những bông hoa nở rộ đủ mọi màu sắc.

  • The market was filled with vendors selling a profusion of fresh fruits and vegetables.

    Chợ tràn ngập những người bán hàng rong bán đủ loại trái cây và rau quả tươi.

  • The countryside was awash in a profusion of wildflowers during the springtime.

    Vùng nông thôn tràn ngập hoa dại vào mùa xuân.

  • The painter's studio was littered with a profusion of brushes, paints, and art supplies.

    Phòng làm việc của họa sĩ chất đầy cọ vẽ, sơn và đồ dùng nghệ thuật.

  • The bookstore displayed a profusion of books on every conceivable subject.

    Hiệu sách trưng bày rất nhiều sách về mọi chủ đề có thể có.

  • The riverbank was teeming with a profusion of fish, ducks, and other wildlife.

    Bờ sông có rất nhiều cá, vịt và các loài động vật hoang dã khác.

  • The ocean presented a profusion of colors and shapes as the sunlight danced on its waves.

    Đại dương hiện lên vô vàn màu sắc và hình dạng khi ánh sáng mặt trời nhảy múa trên những con sóng.

  • The kitchen was bustling with a profusion of people cooking and chatting.

    Nhà bếp nhộn nhịp với rất nhiều người vừa nấu ăn vừa trò chuyện.

  • The music festival brought forth a profusion of sounds and melodies from bands and musicians.

    Lễ hội âm nhạc mang đến vô vàn âm thanh và giai điệu từ các ban nhạc và nhạc sĩ.

  • The city center was crowded with a profusion of people, cars, and street vendors.

    Trung tâm thành phố đông đúc với rất nhiều người, xe hơi và người bán hàng rong.

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