Definition

Describing a structure that is made up of corymbs or has a shape similar to corymbs, which are clusters of flowers or leaves arranged in a way that the outer ones are at a higher level than the inner ones.

Example

The corymbose arrangement of the flowers made the garden look vibrant and full.

Conversation

Have you seen those flowers in the garden?

Yeah, they look really beautiful and corymbose!

I love how they cluster together so nicely.

Definitely! They add such a nice touch to the whole space.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Corymbose → It is formed from "corymbus" (from Greek "korymbos", meaning a cluster or bunch) and the suffix "-ose" (meaning full of or characterized by). The word "corymbose" describes a plant or flower arrangement that is characterized by clusters or bunches of flowers.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'cluster' ('korymbos') of flowers when you hear 'corymbose' — it means full of clusters.

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