florid

adjective
UK: /ˈflɒr.ɪd/
US: /ˈflɔːr.ɪd/

  1. Having a red or flushed complexion.

    1. His face became florid after the intense exercise.
    2. The speaker's florid complexion suggested a fondness for rich foods and strong drink.

  2. Elaborately or excessively ornate in style or language.

    1. The book's cover was a bit florid for my taste.
    2. Her writing style was so florid that the main point was lost in the embellishments.

Synonyms

red-faced elaborate ornate flowery ruddy

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "florid" in English means: Having a red or flushed complexion., Elaborately or excessively ornate in style or language..

The phonetic transcription of "florid" is /ˈflɒr.ɪd/ in British English and /ˈflɔːr.ɪd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "florid": red-faced, elaborate, ornate, flowery, ruddy.

Example usage of "florid": "His face became florid after the intense exercise.". More examples on the page.