rubicund

adjective

ˈrü-bi-(ˌ)kənd How to pronounce rubicund (audio)
Definition of rubicundnext
as in tanned
having a healthy reddish skin tone the rubicund face of a man who clearly got a lot of fresh air and exercise

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rubicund
  1. ruddy
  2. glowing
  3. red
  4. flush
  5. rosy
  6. warm
  7. sanguine
  8. florid
Adjective
  • He’s got the classic ruddy cheeks and twinkle in his eye.
    Katie Rife, Vulture, 16 Nov. 2024
  • These ruddy spots, some of which are likely cryovolcanoes that erupt frosty sludge, suggest Europa’s ice shell is churning as cold material sinks and warmer pockets rise to the surface.
    Jay Bennett, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Oct. 2024
Definition of ruddy
Adjective
  • Visitors throughout the state can experience the magnificent 3-acre Christmas light display, highlighted by a 30-foot ribbon tree, 32-foot glowing ribbon arch, dazzling 20-foot Starburst, Christmas sleigh, and more.
    Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Gold mining shaped early California and fast-tracked its status from territory to statehood, fueled by a population boom seeking glowing fortunes.
    Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • In between walking red carpets and attending charity events together, the pair welcomed two children, daughters Evangeline Ruth and Elijah.
    Ellie Beeck, Peoplemag, 6 Feb. 2023
  • Unusually, its tan Connolly leather interior is contrasted with red carpets.
    Joe Lorio, Car and Driver, 5 Feb. 2023
Definition of red
Adjective
  • The worsening economy could be undermining the ability of Syria’s military to fight, as the value of soldiers’ salaries melts away while the insurgents are flush with cash.
    Bassem Mroue, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
  • This bottle is flush with a fast-absorbing, lightweight formula to generously brighten, balance sebum, and create a more even texture.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of flush
Adjective
  • But behind the rosy corporate spin, there were some red flags.
    Shelby Grad, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
  • In retrospect, the Coast Guard’s aviation planning was saddled with optimistic assumptions about Coast Guard base capabilities, base consolidation expectations and rosy operational cost projections.
    Craig Hooper, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of rosy
Adjective
  • If frostbite occurs, move indoors, remove wet clothing, and soak the affected body part in warm water.
    Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Cole and Dorman also recommend complimentary shawls and fire pits, which keep your guests warm and add to your winter wonderland wedding aesthetic.
    Elise Taylor, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of warm
Adjective
  • Challenged but happy Despite the challenges, many retirees are sanguine about stepping back from work, the study found.
    Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 26 Nov. 2024
  • Shortly before Election Day, Gensler was sanguine about his prospects to continue on, in an interview with Axios.
    Brady Dale, Axios, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of sanguine
Adjective
  • Each episode is narrated by a different main character, and the voiceovers are florid and metaphor-driven — so much talk of ghosts, so few actual ghosts.
    Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
  • And yes, the dialogue and atmosphere is exceedingly florid, courting camp if not crossing that line altogether.
    Scott Tobias, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2024
Definition of florid
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