Florid GRE Vocabulary Flashcard
/ˈflɒr.ɪd/ (adj)
Definition
embellished or decorated so much, flamboyant, baroque, ornate in style or wording, elaborate, flowery, rococo, extravagant, showy, ostentatious, fancy – red, red-faced, rosy, rosy-cheeked, blushing, incarnadine, of ruddy complexion, flushed, pink
Example
Many Irish collectors prefer a more florid and opulent style of decoration than this relatively austere piece of furniture, so a late 19th century Louis XV style, kingwood, marquetry upright cabinet (estimate £5,000-£7,000) is sure to have its admirers. A pair of Victorian Louis XIV-style boulleshaped rectangular, folding top card tables, with gilt metal mounts (£3,000-£5,000), should also attract attention.
Source: https://www.irishtimes.com/
Antonyms
plain, pallid, austere
Parts of speech
Adverb: floridly
Noun: floridity
Noun: floridness
