Burgeoning
/ˈbɜːrʒənɪŋ/
adjectiveIntermediateCommonGeneral
Meaning
Questions
Definitions
1
Growing rapidly; flourishing.
/ˈbɜːrʒənɪŋ/
adjectivepositiveIntermediate
General
Rapidly developing or growing.
The burgeoning city skyline showcased rapid development.
💡 Simply: Growing quickly and successfully.
More Examples
2
Her burgeoning career as a novelist was taking off.
How It's Used
Business
"The burgeoning tech industry is creating many new jobs."
Economics
"The country experienced a period of burgeoning economic growth."
From Middle English *bourgeonen, from Old French bourgeonner, from bourgeon "bud," from *burjo-, of Germanic origin.
The word's usage has increased significantly in recent centuries, reflecting the emphasis on growth and development in modern society.
Memory tip
Imagine a bud (bourgeon) rapidly growing into a flower.
Practice
Base: burgeon
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Usage
30%Spoken
70%Written