Synonyms for

Blooms

Verb / blu:mz / Another word for blooms — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Blooms refers to the flowers that appear on a plant. It can also mean to flourish or thrive.

Synonyms & similar words

saladdays heyday blooming bloomofyouth flower bloom prime blossom flush peak efflorescence blush rosiness flowers blossoms buds efflorescences growths developments progressions flourishings prosperities successes advancements maturations bloomings bursts explosions eruptions outbursts breakouts surges upsurgences

Synonyms by register

Formal

flourishes develops matures thrives

Informal

opens up comes alive gets going

Literary

unfolds burgeons blossoms

Antonyms

withers fades wilts dies decays withering fading

Common collocations

  • spring blooms
  • summer blooms
  • late blooms
  • early blooms
  • wild blooms
  • garden blooms
  • blooms profusely
  • blooms brightly

Word family

noun bloom
verb bloom
adjective blooming

Usage note

Primarily used for flowers opening, but can metaphorically refer to the peak of development or beauty in other contexts. Avoid using for decay or decline.

Example sentences

  1. The roses in the garden are in full bloom.
  2. The cherry tree has beautiful pink blooms in the spring.
  3. The daisies haven't bloomed yet.
  4. The wildflowers are starting to bloom.
  5. The tulips will bloom in a few weeks.

Quotes

  • Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature. - Gerard de Nerval
  • The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all. - Mulan
  • A flower does not think of competing with the flower next to it. It just blooms. - Zen Shin

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