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speciose

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Speciose (adj) means containing a large number of species, for example when one genus has many species in it.

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Containing a large number of species, for example when one genus has many species in it.

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

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

Formed from species and -ose.

Rhymes for speciose

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"speciose" (adj) means containing a large number of species, for example when one genus has many species in it.

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