Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rufescent

Adjective
/ruːˈfɛs.ənt/
Definition
Becoming or turning reddish, especially in color.
Examples
  • The rufescent leaves of the plant gave it a unique appearance in the garden.
  • As autumn approached, the trees became rufescent, signaling the change of seasons.
Meaning
The term ‘rufescent’ describes something that is taking on a reddish hue, often used in botanical contexts to refer to plants or foliage.
Synonyms
  • Reddish
  • Crimson
  • Rosy
  • Cherry-colored