Florid

/ˈflɔːrɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having a red or flushed complexion.

After running a mile, his face was florid and he needed a moment to catch his breath.

Elaborately or excessively intricate or complicated; ornate.

The author's florid prose style makes her novels rich but sometimes difficult to read.

Very fragrant or sweet-smelling, often used in a poetic or literary context.

The florid blooms of the garden filled the air with their sweet scent.

From Latin 'floridus', meaning 'flowery', from 'florere' (to bloom).

florid language

Language that is flowery and elaborate, often overly so.

florid style

A style marked by elaborate or excessive detail.

floridness

The quality of being florid.

floriferous

Producing flowers.

Describing something overly complicated or showy.

That presentation was so florid, I lost track of the main point.

Used to mock someone’s over-the-top style.

His florid attire was the talk of the party.