verdant
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/ˈvɜrdnt/
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/ˈvɜːdnt/
green and lush
Etymology
Etymology Information
'verdant' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'verdoyant,' where 'verd-' meant 'green.'
Historical Evolution
'verdoyant' transformed into the English word 'verdant' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'green or lush,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
green with grass or other rich vegetation.
The verdant fields stretched as far as the eye could see.
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Adjective 2
inexperienced or unsophisticated.
The verdant intern was eager to learn but made several mistakes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39