Effloresce

Pronunciation: /ˈiˈɛfˈfɫɔˌɹɛzˈˌsii/

Effloresce (verb)

  1. to produce flowers or bloom
  2. to form a powdery surface on crystals due to moisture loss
  3. to reach a peak or full development

Examples

  • The roses effloresce in the spring.
  • Tulips effloresce beautifully in the garden.

Common collocations: effloresce in spring, effloresce beautifully, effloresce on surface, effloresce over time, effloresce into success

Synonyms of Effloresce

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Effloresce

  • describing the opposite of blooming