Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hotbed
noun
/ˈhɒt.bɛd/
Definition
A place where something develops or is cultivated quickly and extensively.
Examples
- The city was a hotbed of innovation during the tech boom.
- His neighborhood became a hotbed for artistic talent.
- The university is a hotbed for scientific research.
Meaning
A hotbed refers to a location or environment that promotes or encourages a particular activity or phenomenon, often indicating a place where ideas, practices, or conditions flourish or intensify.
Synonyms
- breeding ground
- hub
- focal point
- center
