florid meaning and definition

FLORID adjective

Definition of florid (adjective)

1. elaborately or excessively ornamented
   • "flamboyant handwriting"; "the senator's florid speech"
   • synonyms: aureate, flamboyant
2. inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life
   • "a ruddy complexion"; "Santa's rubicund cheeks"; "a fresh and sanguine complexion"
   • synonyms: rubicund, ruddy, sanguine