Definition

Having a lot of rich and healthy plants, or being very pleasing to the senses, often in a luxurious way.

Example

The garden was filled with lush greenery and colorful flowers.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen that park with all the lush trees?

Yeah, it’s such a beautiful place to relax.

I love how the lush greenery makes it feel so peaceful.

Absolutely! It’s the perfect spot for a picnic.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To drink alcohol in large amounts, often leading to drunkenness.

Example

After a long week, he decided to lush with his friends at the bar.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about Mark? He really likes to lush whenever he gets the chance.

Yeah, I noticed he always has a drink in his hand at parties.

It's like he can't help himself; he just loves to lush with friends.

Definition

A person who drinks too much alcohol regularly, often to the point of being drunk.

Example

He was known as a lush, always seen with a drink in his hand.

Conversation

Did you hear about Jake? They say he's become quite the lush lately.

Yeah, I noticed he always has a drink in his hand at parties now.

It's a shame, he used to be so responsible.

Root Explanation

Lush → This word originates from Middle English 'lushe', meaning 'luxuriant' or 'abundant'. It describes something that is rich, healthy, and thriving, particularly in reference to vegetation.

Memory Tip

Imagine a garden that is 'abundant' and 'luxuriant' — that's what lush means, representing rich and thriving growth.

Visually Confused Words