Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mushrooming

verb (present participle)

/ˈmʌʃrʊmɪŋ/

Definition

The rapid increase in number or size.

Examples

The company’s profits have been mushrooming over the past year.
New businesses are mushrooming in the city, reflecting its vibrant economy.
The population in the area has been mushrooming due to the influx of new residents.

Meaning

Mushrooming is often used to describe situations where something grows quickly or expands unexpectedly, similar to how mushrooms can appear suddenly in a damp environment.