pullulation
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9.9
- noun
- /ˌpʌlʊˈleɪʃən/
- Archaic
- Scientists observed a sudden pullulation of algae in the lake after the heatwave.
Examples
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Look at the pullulation!
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The pullulation of startups in the tech sector has transformed the city’s economy.
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Recent years have seen a pullulation of new coffee shops in the neighborhood.
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The pullulation of frogs is impressive.
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The pullulation of bacteria in the petri dish was evident after just a few days.
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The research study focused on the pullulation of insects during the warm summer months.
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The aquarium experienced a pullulation of algae, indicating that the conditions were favorable for growth.
Synonyms
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1.0
A rise that happens over time and makes something larger
83
9.5
A rapid increase in the number or amount of something
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6.6
Plants or animals producing young so their number grows
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9.1
A fast, uncontrolled spread of something harmful
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8.4
A sudden rise in the number or amount of something
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9.9
A sudden large increase in the number of animals in an area
Antonyms
How Abundant
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3.0
- Specialized
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9.5
- Archaic
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9.9
∞
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Surface Forms
Etymology
Pullulation comes from the old Latin root pullul- meaning 'to sprout' or 'to produce young' and is related to the word poultry, which points to young birds. So a pullulation of shops or ideas is like many little sprouts appearing fast, which is why the word means a quick, abundant increase.