Meaning 1
Opening into flowers or carrying fresh blossoms.
Reach for it when describing plants in the visible process of flowering
The blossoming branches formed a pale canopy over the lane.
Meaning 2
Developing from early promise into visible strength or success.
Reach for it when praising potential that is actively opening out
A blossoming friendship made the unfamiliar city feel welcoming.
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| playful | ||
| everyday | ||
| warm |
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| professional | ||
| literary |
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everyday
Fits when fullness, color, or healthy display is prominent
Not when early unfolding is the important stage
professional
flowering
Fits when literal botanical description is needed
Not when hopeful human development is intended
literary
bud-laden
Fits when branches visibly carry unopened promise
Not when the flowers are already opening
playful
Fits when a person or field is gaining public notice
Not when private growth should not be reduced to status
everyday
Fits when future success looks likely
Not when present growth matters as much as potential
professional
Fits when something is becoming known or important
Not when attractive development needs to be conveyed
blossoming tree
A blossoming tree marked the entrance to the allotments.
blossoming talent
Her blossoming talent was supported with time, not pressure.
blossoming relationship
Their blossoming relationship grew through shared work rather than grand gestures.
Definitions and examples are written for this site. How words are chosen Recording: Wodencafe, American accent, from Wikimedia Commons, CC0 Updated
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