Florid
Meaning: Having a reddish, flushed complexion; also, excessively ornate or elaborate.
Example
- The florid wallpaper made the room feel busy.
Practice question
Which choice best matches the meaning of “florid”?
Answer: D) Having a reddish, flushed complexion; also, excessively ornate or elaborate.
“Florid” means: Having a reddish, flushed complexion; also, excessively ornate or elaborate.
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