Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
turgescent
Adjective
/tərˈdʒɛsənt/
Definition
Swollen or distended, typically due to the absorption of fluid.
Examples
- The turgescent cells in the plant absorbed water, causing the leaves to appear full and vibrant.
- After the rainfall, the ground became turgescent, making it difficult to walk on.
Meaning
The term ‘turgescent’ describes something that has become swollen or filled with fluid, often in a biological or physical context.
Synonyms
- Swollen
- Distended
- Inflated
- Enlarged
