blooming
Americanadjective
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in bloom; flowering; blossoming.
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glowing, as with youthful vigor and freshness.
blooming cheeks.
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flourishing; prospering.
a blooming business.
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Chiefly British Slang. (used as an intensifier).
He's got his blooming nerve.
adverb
adverb
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of blooming
1350–1400; Middle English; see bloom 1, -ing 2; as intensifier, a euphemism for bloody, by phonetic similarity
Example Sentences
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Some nights I lean toward spice, blooming coriander, cumin, turmeric and red pepper flakes alongside frozen ginger and garlic cubes.
From Salon ● Jul. 4, 2026
"We've got so much to catch up on, 30 blooming years," added Gemma, who said the podcast made her feel even closer to Helen.
From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026
“It’s magnificent to see the young artists that are blooming and blossoming.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 26, 2026
With his blooming warmth and engaging rapport with the audience, Mr. Jackman is a perfect interpreter of his character.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 14, 2026
It was pretty around Daisy’s playhouse; especially, in the early spring when the dogwoods, redbuds, and mountain flowers were blooming.
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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