How to Pronounce Excrescent

To pronounce "excrescent", say EXCR-esc-ent — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

EXCR-esc-ent

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💡 Tip for remembering “excrescent”

"excrescent" has 3 syllables: excr-esc-ent.

What does excrescent mean?

noun

  1. Something growing, usually abnormally, out of something else.
  2. A sound in a word without etymological reason.

adjective

  1. Growing out in an abnormal or morbid manner or as a superfluity.

Related words

excrescencysuperexcrescenceexcrudescenceoutgrowthextumescenceburgeoningexacerbationexacerbescence

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "excrescent"?▾

"Excrescent" has 3 syllables: excr · esc · ent.

What does "excrescent" mean?▾

Excrescent: Something growing, usually abnormally, out of something else.

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