Word
succulent
Phoneticssuc·cu·lent, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈsəkjəɫɪnt/
UK/sˈʌkjʊlənt/
Definition
n. a plant that has thick, fleshy leaves or stems that store water. These plants usually grow in dry areas and do not need much water to survive.
n. a plant with thick, fleshy leaves or stems that store water, typically adapted to arid environments. Often used to describe specific families of plants like the Crassulaceae or Aizoaceae.
Examples
“I bought a small succulent for my desk.”
“Many people grow succulents because they are easy to care for and do not require frequent watering.”
“The botanical garden features a diverse collection of succulents, showcasing the various ways these plants have evolved to thrive in extreme desert conditions.”
Examples
simple
“I bought a small succulent for my desk.”
contextual
“Many people grow succulents because they are easy to care for and do not require frequent watering.”
complex
“The botanical garden features a diverse collection of succulents, showcasing the various ways these plants have evolved to thrive in extreme desert conditions.”
Real-World Examples
“Marsh samphire can be found all around the British coast in suitable habitats, but many consider the most succulent is that which grows in the vast tidal mudflats of the north Norfolk coast.” Etymology
Borrowed from French succulent, from Latin succulentus.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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