fecund
/ˈfɛ.kənd/
Group 9Difficulty 3/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Producing or capable of producing an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertile GRE
Example in Context
The novelist's fecund imagination produced three major works in a single year, each acclaimed for its distinctive voice.
Synonyms
fertileproductivefruitful
Etymology
Relates directly to being fruitful or producing offspring.
- fecundus (Latin) — fruitful
Memory Aid
🌱Sounds like “fee coned”
If you pay the 'FEE' for a 'CONED' ice cream, you'll get a mountain of fruitful delights — so FECUND!
Visual Association
🌾A lush garden overflowing with flowers and fruits, buzzing with bees and butterflies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “fecund” mean on the GRE?
fecund (adjective) means “Producing or capable of producing an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertile”. The novelist's fecund imagination produced three major works in a single year, each acclaimed for its distinctive voice.
How to remember “fecund” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “fecund” sounds like “fee coned”. If you pay the 'FEE' for a 'CONED' ice cream, you'll get a mountain of fruitful delights — so FECUND!
What are synonyms for “fecund”?
Common synonyms: fertile, productive, fruitful.