How to Pronounce "florid"
word
ˈfɫɔɹəd
FLOR-id
flˈɒɹɪd
FLOR-id
Definition
Having a very elaborate or fancy style, especially in language or decoration. It can also describe a face that is red or flushed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɫɔɹəd
British English
flˈɒɹɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FLOR-id
UK
FLOR-id
Listen in Context
The walls were painted in a florid style.
His face turned florid after running.
She used florid language in her speech.
His writing is so florid that it's hard to follow the main idea.