profuse

Everyday

1. Coming or given in very large amounts, pouring out: «profuse bleeding», «profuse sweating». tree →
2. Given very freely and many times: «profuse apologies», «profuse thanks». tree →
3. Growing thickly and in great numbers: «profuse flowers». tree →

In the lessons

In health and first aid it warns that a lot of blood or sweat is coming out; in stories it shows someone thanking or apologising again and again. Phrases: «profuse apologies», «profuse thanks», «profuse bleeding».

Examples

• He made profuse apologies for breaking the window. tree →
• Profuse bleeding needs firm pressure and a grown-up to call for help. tree →
• The roses grew in profuse bunches over the wall. tree →
• After the race she was covered in profuse sweat. tree →
• The visitors gave profuse thanks for the meal. tree →
• The tree has profuse white blossom in spring. tree →

Note

Adverb: profusely (thank someone profusely, bleed profusely); noun: profusion (a profusion of flowers). Formal; simpler: «a lot of», «plenty of». First aid: call 999 (UK), 911 (US, Canada), 000 (Australia), 111 (NZ), 112/999 (Ireland) for heavy bleeding.