Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

burgeon

verb
/ˈbɜr.dʒən/
Definition
to grow or develop quickly; to flourish.
Examples
  • The small town began to burgeon into a bustling urban center.
  • After the rain, the garden started to burgeon with new life.
Meaning
The term ‘burgeon’ is often used to describe something that is expanding or thriving at a rapid pace.
Synonyms
  • flourish
  • expand
  • thrive
  • prosper
  • grow