Definition

To produce fruit or to become fruitful.

Example

The trees in the orchard will fructify in the spring.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you seen how well my garden is doing this season?

Yeah, it looks amazing! I can tell all your efforts are starting to fructify.

Thanks! I really put a lot of work into it this year.

It definitely shows, and I can't wait to taste the fruits of your labor!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make something produce fruit or to make it successful and productive.

Example

The new farming techniques helped to fructify the land, resulting in a bountiful harvest.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you thought about ways to fructify your garden this spring?

Yeah, I was thinking of adding some compost to enrich the soil.

That's a great idea! It will definitely help fructify the plants.

Root Explanation

Fructify → It is formed from "fructus" (meaning fruit) and "-fy" (meaning to make or cause). The word "fructify" means to make fruitful or to cause to bear fruit.

Memory Tip

Think of making something 'fruitful' — 'fructus' means fruit, and '-fy' means to make.

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