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Definition of flowery

flowery

/ˈflaʊ.ər.i/
flow · er · y
Adverb:flowerily
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flowery Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

(Of speech or writing) full of elaborate, ornate, or overly intricate words and rhetorical expressions.

Example

"The editor advised him to replace the flowery prose with clear, direct statements."

2

Covered with, abounding in, or decorated with flowers or floral patterns.

Example

"She wore a light, flowery summer dress to the outdoor wedding."

3

Having a sweet, fragrant scent or flavor reminiscent of fresh blossoms.

Example

"This white wine is known for its crisp acidity and delicate, flowery aroma."

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• Rhymes for flowery

• Nearby Words

flowerpecker
flowerpiercer
flowerpot
flowery
flowing
flowingly
flox

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the noun 'flower' (from Old French 'flor', ultimately from Latin 'flos') combined with the adjectival suffix '-y'. Its figurative sense referring to ornate or overly elaborate speech has been recorded since the 16th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Flowery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/flowery
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