Prolific

Adjective

Definition: (of a plant, animal, or person) producing much fruit or foliage or many offspring.

Synonyms: Fruitful, Productive, Fertile

Antonyms: Unproductive, Barren

Examples:
  • The apple tree in our garden is very prolific and produces a large amount of fruit every year.
  • The writer is known for her prolific output, publishing several books each year.
Mnemonics:
  • "Prolific" sounds like "prolific," which signifies abundance or a large quantity.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "prolific" comes from the Latin word "prolificus" which is a combination of "proles" (offspring) and "facere" (to make).

Historical Usage:

The term has been used since the late 16th century to describe the ability to produce offspring or the quantity or quality of creative work.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Prolific writer"

Explanation:

Refers to a writer who is exceptionally productive and consistently creates a substantial amount of written work.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Using "prolific" solely to describe the production of offspring, neglecting its usage to denote the productivity in other contexts.

Explanation:

While "prolific" can pertain to the production of offspring, it is also commonly used to describe high levels of productivity or creative output in various fields.

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