Suffusion

usgb/səˈfjuːʒən/
noun

The act of spreading or permeating throughout something.

The suffusion of sunlight filtered through the leaves created a beautiful pattern on the ground.
Visual representation of "suffusion" - The act of spreading or permeating throughout something.

Often appears as...

  • suffusion of color
  • suffusion of light

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Neutral

light suffusion, color suffusion, emotional suffusion

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Contextual Use

Understanding how 'suffusion' combines with elements like light or color can help in visual arts.

Illustration for Contextual Use
The suffusion of colors in the painting was breathtaking.
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Emotion in Context

Use 'suffusion' when describing how feelings spread, like warmth or joy.

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Her face was a suffusion of happiness.
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Metaphorical Applications

'Suffusion' can depict a metaphorical spread, enriching descriptions in poetry.

Illustration for Metaphorical Applications
The suffusion of love in the room was palpable.
Visual representation of the word "Suffusion"

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