Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

florid

Adjective

/ˈflɔːr.id/

Definition

Having a red or flushed complexion; also, ornate or excessively intricate in style or decoration.

Examples

The florid decorations of the mansion impressed all the visitors.
After a long workout, his face was florid from all the exertion.
The author’s florid prose made the story a bit difficult to follow, though it was beautifully written.

Meaning

Florid can describe something that is elaborately detailed or decorated, often to the point of being gaudy. It can also refer to a healthy, rosy appearance.