germinate
Translation
to germinate, to sprout, to develop
Examples
The seeds will germinate in a few days.
The seeds will germinate in a few days.
An idea began to germinate in her mind.
An idea began to germinate in her mind.
Grammar Patterns
to begin to grow or develop The seeds will germinate in a few days.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sprout, bud, develop; Antonyms: wither, decay
Etymology
From Latin 'germinare' (to sprout), from 'germen' (sprout, bud).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'germ' of a plant beginning to grow. The word contains 'germ'.