Definition

To produce or release tiny reproductive cells called spores.

Example

Certain fungi can sporulate under the right environmental conditions.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that some fungi can sporulate when conditions are right?

Really? I had no idea they could do that!

Yeah, it’s fascinating how they adapt to their environment to sporulate.

Nature is amazing! I love learning about stuff like this.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sporulate → It is formed from "spora" (from Greek "spora", meaning seed or sowing) and "-ulate" (a suffix used to form verbs indicating a process). The word "sporulate" means to undergo the process of producing spores, akin to sowing seeds.

Memory Tip

Think of 'spora' as seeds being 'sown' — that's why sporulate means to produce spores.

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