Definition

To reproduce or grow in large numbers; to produce many offspring or sprouts.

Example

The garden began to pullulate with colorful flowers in the spring.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you seen how quickly the plants in my garden pullulate?

Yeah, they look amazing! What did you do differently this year?

I think I just gave them more sunlight and water, and they really pullulate this time.

That's great! I should try that with my flowers.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pullulate → It is formed from "pullulāre" (meaning to bud or sprout) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating a verb). The word "pullulate" means to sprout or produce in abundance, like buds or shoots.

Memory Tip

Imagine a plant 'sprouting' ('pullulāre') abundantly — that's why pullulate means to produce or grow in great numbers.

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