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