Efflorescence

Pronunciation: /ˌɛfləˈrɛsəns/

Definitions of efflorescence

noun the action or process of developing and unfolding as if coming into flower

Example Sentences

A1 The efflorescence on the wall was caused by water seepage.

A2 The white efflorescence on the bricks indicated a moisture problem.

B1 Efflorescence can be prevented by using proper waterproofing techniques.

B2 The efflorescence of minerals in the soil can affect plant growth.

C1 The artist captured the delicate efflorescence of spring flowers in her painting.

C2 The efflorescence of creativity in the young writer's work was evident in every word.

Examples of efflorescence in a Sentence

formal The efflorescence of the flowers in the garden was a sight to behold.

informal The efflorescence of new businesses in the area is really exciting.

slang I can't believe the efflorescence of drama in our friend group lately.

figurative The efflorescence of creativity in her artwork was truly inspiring.

Grammatical Forms of efflorescence

• plural: efflorescences
• comparative: more efflorescent
• superlative: most efflorescent
• present tense: effloresces
• future tense: will effloresce
• perfect tense: has effloresced
• continuous tense: is efflorescing
• singular: efflorescence
• positive degree: efflorescent
• infinitive: to effloresce
• gerund: efflorescing
• participle: efflorescing

Origin and Evolution of efflorescence

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'efflorescence' originated from the Latin word 'efflorescere', which means 'to flower out' or 'to bloom'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in botany to describe the process of flowering or blooming, 'efflorescence' later evolved to also refer to the process of crystallization or the development of a powdery surface on a material.