proliferation
verbHow many syllables in proliferation?
There are 5 syllables in the word proliferation.How to pronounce proliferation:
Definition of proliferation:
- proliferation (verb):
- to grow by rapid production of new parts, cells, buds, or offspring
Synonyms for proliferation:
accretion
accrual
accumulation
addition
augmentation
boost
build-up
concentration
development
escalation
expansion
extension
gain
growing
increase
increment
intensification
maturation
multiplication
ontogenesis
ontogeny
plus
raise
rise
spread
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