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Profusion

Verb / prʌˈfju:ʒʌn / Another word for profusion — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A large amount of something, especially when it is more than enough.

Synonyms & similar words

profuseness cornucopia richness abundance plenty excess overflow plethora surplus wealth heap quantity mass load pile ton mountain ocean deluge flood superfluity bounty riches

Example sentences

  1. The bakery had a profusion of cupcakes.
  2. The artist's studio was filled with a profusion of colors.
  3. The garden was filled with a profusion of blooming flowers.
  4. The buffet had a profusion of food options.
  5. The store had a profusion of toys.

Quotes

  • Nature gives to every time and season some beauties of its own; and from morning to night, as from the cradle to the grave, it is but a succession of changes so gentle and easy that we can scarcely mark their progress. ― Charles Dickens, The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby
  • The profusion of everything that is splendid in nature or art, is sure to disgust when it does not astonish. - Samuel Johnson
  • My hope is that the description of Jerusalem and the many layers of Jewish history in The Source will inspire young people to read about the subject. And then, as they get older and travel more, they will visit Israel and understand that the story is not just about the past, but also about the future. ― James A. Michener

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