Definition

Describing something that is full of flowers or in the process of flowering.

Example

The garden was abloom with vibrant flowers in the spring.

Conversation

Have you seen the garden lately?

Yes, it looks absolutely abloom with flowers!

I love how vibrant everything is right now.

Me too! It really brightens up the whole neighborhood.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abloom is formed from the prefix "a-" (meaning in the state of) and the root "bloom" (from Old English "blōma", meaning flower or blossom). The word "abloom" describes something that is in the state of blooming or flowering.

Memory Tip

Imagine something that is 'in the state of' blooming — that's what 'abloom' means.

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