burgeon
UK: ˈbɜːdʒən | US: ˈbɜːrdʒən
vi. to grow or develop rapidly; flourish
n. a bud or young shoot of a plant
The word "burgeon" traces back to the idea of budding or sprouting, originally referring to plant growth. Over time, it expanded metaphorically to describe rapid development in non-botanical contexts, such as economic or cultural growth. The Germanic root burg- (bud) merged with French suffixes, reflecting the word’s journey through Latin and Old French into English.
The tech industry continues to burgeon with innovative startups.
In spring, the trees burgeon with fresh green leaves.
Her talent for painting began to burgeon after she took professional classes.
The small town burgeoned into a bustling city over a decade.
Environmental awareness has burgeoned in recent years.