Plethora vs. Profusion — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Plethora and Profusion
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Plethora
An abundance or excess of something
"[the pitcher's] sinker that clocks in the low nineties ... resulting in a plethora of weakly hit groundballs" (Buzz Bissinger).
Profusion
An abundance or large quantity of something
A rich profusion of flowers
The beautiful pink foxgloves growing in profusion among the ferns
Plethora
An excess of blood in the circulatory system or in one organ or area.
Profusion
The state of being profuse; abundance.
Plethora
An excessive amount or number; an abundance.
The menu offers a plethora of cuisines from around the world.
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Profusion
Lavish or unrestrained expense; extravagance.
Plethora
(medicine) Excess of blood in the skin, especially in the face and especially chronically.
Profusion
A profuse outpouring or quantity
"A profusion of chiles—mild Anaheim to hot jalapeño—perks up everything" (Gene Bourg).
Plethora
Overfullness; especially, excessive fullness of the blood vessels; repletion; that state of the blood vessels or of the system when the blood exceeds a healthy standard in quantity; hyperæmia; - opposed to anæmia.
Profusion
Abundance; the state of being profuse; a cornucopia
His hair, in great profusion, streamed down over his shoulders.
Plethora
State of being overfull; excess; superabundance.
He labors under a plethora of wit and imagination.
Profusion
Lavish or imprudent expenditure; prodigality or extravagance
Plethora
Extreme excess;
An embarrassment of riches
Profusion
The act of one who is profuse; a lavishing or pouring out without sting.
Thy vast profusion to the factious nobles?
Profusion
Abundance; exuberant plenty; lavish supply; as, a profusion of commodities.
Profusion
The property of being extremely abundant
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