Profusion refers to an overabundance, excess, or lavish expenditure. The example describes someone overwhelmed by the profusion of choices on a menu.
Profusión se refiere a una gran cantidad, exceso o gasto extravagante. El ejemplo describe a alguien abrumado por la profusión de opciones en un menú.
| Word | profusion |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | N. |
| Definition | overabundance; lavish expenditure; excess. |
| Sentence | Freddy was so overwhelmed by the profusion of choices on the menu that he knocked over his wine glass and soaked the host. He made profuse apologies to his host, the waiter, the busboy, the people at the next table, and the man in the men's room giving out paper towels. |
Tags: psat
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