burgeon

/ˈbɜːrdʒən, ˈbɝːrdʒən/

Definitions

1. verb

to grow or develop rapidly, especially in a sudden and vigorous way

“The young plant began to burgeon with new growth after the spring rains.”

2. noun

a new or sudden growth, especially of plants

“The gardener was delighted to see the first signs of a new burgeon on the rose bush.”

Synonyms

  • flourish
  • grow
  • thrive

Antonyms

  • decline
  • wither