Profusion
mediumPositive tonepruh-FYOO-zhun
noun
Definition
An abundance or large quantity of something
Memory hook
PRO-FUSION: things pouring FORTH in abundance — a large, overflowing quantity.
Word roots
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Examples
“The garden displayed a profusion of colorful flowers.”
“A profusion of choices overwhelmed the shoppers.”
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“The garden displayed a ______ of colorful flowers.”
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profusion
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GRE Tip
Profusion is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "abundance" or "plethora" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "paucity".
Related GRE Words
plethora
A large or excessive amount of something
copious
Abundant in supply or quantity
profuse
Produced or given in large amounts; plentiful
surfeit
An excessive amount of something; overindulgence
plentiful
Existing in or yielding great quantities; abundant
deluge
A severe flood; an overwhelming amount of something
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