Rubicund
adjective
Having a red or rosy color, usually in reference to the face.
Her rubicund cheeks were a clear sign she had been exerting herself.
Often appears as...
- rubicund cheeks
- rubicund complexion
Usage tips
Literary
adjective
Having a red or rosy color, usually in reference to the face.
Her rubicund cheeks were a clear sign she had been exerting herself.
Often appears as...
- rubicund cheeks
- rubicund complexion
Usage tips
Literary
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Literary Flair
Best used in literature to describe characters with a charming, healthy glow.
In the novel, the heroine's rubicund appearance contrasted the pallor of the antagonist.
Pro Tip 2/3Archaic Tone
Signifies an older or historical context because 'rubicund' is not common in modern-day conversation.
The bard spoke of the knight's rubicund face, a mark of his valor.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Indicator
Can imply a range of emotions, from embarrassment to happiness or good health.
After the compliment, her rubicund expression revealed her pleasure.
Pro Tip 1/3Literary Flair
Best used in literature to describe characters with a charming, healthy glow.
In the novel, the heroine's rubicund appearance contrasted the pallor of the antagonist.
Pro Tip 2/3Archaic Tone
Signifies an older or historical context because 'rubicund' is not common in modern-day conversation.
The bard spoke of the knight's rubicund face, a mark of his valor.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Indicator
Can imply a range of emotions, from embarrassment to happiness or good health.
After the compliment, her rubicund expression revealed her pleasure.
Pro Tip 1/3Literary Flair
Best used in literature to describe characters with a charming, healthy glow.
In the novel, the heroine's rubicund appearance contrasted the pallor of the antagonist.
Pro Tip 2/3Archaic Tone
Signifies an older or historical context because 'rubicund' is not common in modern-day conversation.
The bard spoke of the knight's rubicund face, a mark of his valor.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Indicator
Can imply a range of emotions, from embarrassment to happiness or good health.
After the compliment, her rubicund expression revealed her pleasure.
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