Pansy

Pronunciation: /ˈpænzi/

Definitions of pansy

noun a type of garden plant with delicate, colorful flowers, often used as an ornamental plant

Example Sentences

A1 I planted a pansy in my garden.

A2 She picked a beautiful pansy from the flower bed.

B1 The pansy is a delicate flower that requires regular watering.

B2 The pansy's vibrant colors brightened up the garden.

C1 The landscaper recommended planting pansies for a pop of color in the yard.

C2 The intricate details of the pansy's petals were a sight to behold.

Examples of pansy in a Sentence

formal The delicate pansy flowers added a touch of elegance to the garden.

informal I love how colorful those pansies are in the flower bed.

slang Stop being such a pansy and just jump off the diving board!

figurative He may seem tough on the outside, but deep down he's a bit of a pansy.

Grammatical Forms of pansy

• past tense: pansied
• plural: pansies
• comparative: more pansy
• superlative: most pansy
• present tense: pansies
• future tense: will pansy
• perfect tense: have pansied
• continuous tense: is pansying
• singular: pansy
• positive degree: pansy
• infinitive: to pansy
• gerund: pansying
• participle: pansied

Origin and Evolution of pansy

First Known Use: 1430 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'pansy' comes from the French word 'pensée', meaning thought or remembrance.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the flower known for its delicate petals, the term 'pansy' later evolved to also describe a person who is seen as weak or effeminate, particularly in a derogatory manner. In more recent times, the word has taken on a more positive connotation, symbolizing love and admiration.