Definition

The quality of being very elaborate or ornate in style, often used to describe language or writing that is flowery and excessive.

Example

The author's floridity made the novel a rich but sometimes overwhelming read.

Conversation

Have you noticed the floridity in her writing lately?

Yeah, it really adds a nice touch to her stories.

I think the floridity makes her characters more vivid and relatable.

Absolutely! It draws you in and makes you feel like you're part of the narrative.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Floridity → It is formed from "floridus" (from Latin, meaning flowering or full of flowers) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "floridity" refers to the state of being florid or flowery, often in a figurative sense of being ornate or elaborate.

Memory Tip

Think of 'floridus' meaning 'full of flowers' to remember that 'floridity' describes a state of being flowery or ornate.

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