Profusion

/prəˈfjuːʒən/

Meaning & Definition

noun
an abundance or large quantity of something.
The garden was a profusion of colors in the springtime, with flowers blooming everywhere.
a lavish or extravagant display.
The wedding featured a profusion of decorations that amazed all the guests.
a state of being profuse; overflowing.
The profusion of wildlife in the national park made it a great spot for nature enthusiasts.

Etymology

From Middle French 'profusion', from Latin 'profusio', meaning 'pouring forth'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

profusion of riches
an abundance of wealth
in profusion
in great quantity or abundance

Related Words

profuse
spending or giving freely and in large amount, often to excess.
profusionist
a person who produces or has a great abundance of something.

Slang Meanings

a ton of something
There was a profusion of snacks at the party—like a ton of chips and dip.
over the top
Her wedding decorations were a profusion of flowers—totally over the top!