profuse

[pruh-fyoos]

profuse Definition

  • 1(especially of something offered or discharged) exuberantly plentiful; abundant
  • 2excessive; spending or giving in large amounts

Using profuse: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "profuse" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The garden was filled with profuse blooms.

  • Example

    He offered his profuse apologies for being late.

  • Example

    She received profuse praise for her work on the project.

profuse Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for profuse

Phrases with profuse

  • the production of an excessive amount of sweat, often as a result of physical activity or illness

    Example

    After running a marathon, he experienced profuse sweating.

  • the loss of an excessive amount of blood, often as a result of injury or medical condition

    Example

    The patient was rushed to the hospital due to profuse bleeding from a gunshot wound.

  • profuse thanks

    an expression of gratitude that is abundant or excessive

    Example

    She gave him profuse thanks for helping her move into her new apartment.

Origins of profuse

from Latin 'profusus', meaning 'poured forth'

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Summary: profuse in Brief

The term 'profuse' [pruh-fyoos] describes something that is abundant or excessive, such as 'profuse blooms' or 'profuse apologies.' It can also refer to bodily functions like 'profuse sweating' or 'profuse bleeding.' 'Profuse' is a formal word that can be used in place of 'abundant' or 'copious.'