burgeoning
7 synonyms for burgeoning, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Growing or developing rapidly.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
prospering
palmy
How to use burgeoning
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
burgeoning industry
burgeoning population
burgeoning interest
Frequently asked questions
What does “burgeoning” mean?
The word “burgeoning” means growing or developing rapidly. In plain terms, rapidly growing or expanding, like a plant budding out.
How do you pronounce “burgeoning”?
“Burgeoning” is pronounced BUR-juh-nihng (/ˈbɝ.d͡ʒə.nɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “burgeoning” in a sentence?
Here is “burgeoning” used in a sentence: “The city's burgeoning tech scene attracted young workers from across the country.”
What part of speech is “burgeoning”?
“Burgeoning” is an adjective.
Is “burgeoning” a common word?
“Burgeoning” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
