Flocculent

usgb/ˈflɑk.jə.lənt/
adjective

Having a fluffy or woolly appearance.

The flocculent clouds drifted lazily across the sky.
Visual representation of "flocculent" - Having a fluffy or woolly appearance.

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Neutral

flocculent soil, flocculent material, flocculent texture

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Visual representation of "flocculent"
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Imagery

Use flocculent to create vivid imagery in writing.

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The flocculent clouds set a peaceful scene in the story.
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Formal Usage

Flocculent can lend a sophisticated tone in scientific descriptions.

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In his report, he described the flocculent nature of the sediment.
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Metaphorical Use

Consider using flocculent metaphorically to describe disorganization.

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The organization suffered from flocculent strategies that lacked clarity.
Visual representation of the word "Flocculent"

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