Viridescent

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /vɪrɪˈdɛsənt/

Definitions of viridescent

adjective having a greenish tinge; becoming green or greenish

Example Sentences

A1 The grass in the park is viridescent and vibrant.

A2 She admired the viridescent leaves on the trees as she walked through the forest.

B1 The viridescent color of the pond was a refreshing sight on a hot summer day.

B2 The viridescent landscape of the countryside was a welcome change from the city.

C1 The viridescent hues of the meadow created a serene and peaceful atmosphere.

C2 The artist captured the viridescent beauty of the jungle in his stunning paintings.

Examples of viridescent in a Sentence

formal The viridescent leaves of the trees provided a soothing backdrop to the garden.

informal I love how the viridescent plants brighten up the room.

slang Check out those viridescent bushes, they're so lush!

figurative Her eyes were a viridescent pool of emotions, reflecting her inner turmoil.

Grammatical Forms of viridescent

past tense

viridescented

plural

viridescents

comparative

more viridescent

superlative

most viridescent

present tense

viridesces

future tense

will viridesce

perfect tense

have viridesced

continuous tense

is viridescing

singular

viridescent

positive degree

viridescent

infinitive

to viridesce

gerund

viridescing

participle

viridescenting

Origin and Evolution of viridescent

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'viridescent' originated from Latin, derived from the word 'viridis' meaning green.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something becoming green or turning green, the meaning of 'viridescent' has evolved to also convey a sense of freshness or new growth.