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intumescence

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Intumescence (noun) means the act of swelling up, or the state of being swollen.

noun

1

The act of swelling up, or the state of being swollen.

2

One particular case of this kind of swelling.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

See intumescent.

Synonyms

swelling intumescency

Antonyms

subsidence

Related words

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Rhymes for intumescence

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What is the meaning of intumescence?

"intumescence" (noun) means the act of swelling up, or the state of being swollen.

What is another word for intumescence?

Other words for "intumescence" include swelling, intumescency.

What is the opposite of intumescence?

The opposite of "intumescence" is subsidence.

What are the different meanings of intumescence?

"intumescence" has 2 main meanings: 1. The act of swelling up, or the state of being swollen; 2. One particular case of this kind of swelling.

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