Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

proliferous

adjective

/prəˈlɪf.ər.əs/

Definition

Causing or characterized by rapid growth or increase, especially in terms of reproduction or production.

Examples

The proliferous nature of bacteria allows them to thrive in various environments.
Innovative technologies can have a proliferous impact on society, changing how we live.
Invasive species are often proliferous, outcompeting native plants for resources.

Meaning

The term ‘proliferous’ describes something that tends to reproduce or multiply quickly, often used in biological contexts or metaphorically to refer to ideas or phenomena that spread rapidly.