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rubicund

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • Received-Pronunciation: /ˈɹuːbɪk(ə)nd/
  • General-American: /ˈɹubəˌkənd/

1

adj

Meaning 1

Possessing a red complexion; ruddy.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

adjective satellite

Meaning 2

inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • a ruddy complexion
  • Santa's rubicund cheeks
  • a fresh and sanguine complexion

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: ruddy, florid, sanguine

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From Latin rubicundus, from rubere (“to be red”).