Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rubescent

adjective
/ruːˈbɛs.ənt/
Definition
Turning red or becoming reddish in color.
Examples
  • The rubescent petals of the rose caught everyone’s attention at the garden.
  • As the dawn broke, the sky turned rubescent, signaling the start of a new day.
  • Her cheeks became rubescent after the compliment, revealing her shyness.
Meaning
The term rubescent refers to a change in color towards a red hue, often used to describe the appearance of certain plants or flowers as they begin to bloom, or even in metaphorical contexts related to emotions.
Synonyms
  • reddening
  • blushing
  • rosy