Prolific
Adjective
Definition: (of a plant, animal, or person) producing much fruit or foliage or many offspring.
Synonyms: Fruitful, Productive, Fertile
Antonyms: Unproductive, Barren
- 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.
- "Prolific" sounds like "prolific," which signifies abundance or a large quantity.
Etymology:
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:
"Prolific writer"
Explanation:Refers to a writer who is exceptionally productive and consistently creates a substantial amount of written work.
Misconceptions:
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.