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Blossom

UK //ˈblɒs.əm//US //ˈblɑː.səm//

Definition

To produce flowers or to flourish.

In simple words: A flower or the process of flowering.

Examples

The cherry trees blossom beautifully in spring.
As she grew older, her talents began to blossom.
The garden is full of plants that blossom in summer.
These flowers will blossom within a few weeks.
He hopes to see his ideas blossom into a successful business.
The children’s creativity began to blossom during art class.
Peach trees blossom in early March.
Under the right conditions, plants can blossom all year round.
The festival celebrates the blossom of the lotus flowers.
Her friendship with him started to blossom quickly.

Usage notes

Used most often to describe flowers growing. Can also refer metaphorically to personal development. Avoid in very formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

blossom + subject (e.g., flowers blossom)

Memory hint

Think of a tree 'blossoming' with beautiful flowers in spring.

Collocations

blossom into
blossom time
fruit blossom
blossom tree
blossom season

Synonyms

bloom
flower
develop
flourish
thrive

Common mistakes

Confused with 'bloom' - 'blossom' refers specifically to flowers.
Using 'blossom' in the past tense incorrectly (e.g., 'blossomed' for metaphors).