budding

USAGE SUMMARY

'budding' is a correct and usable word in written English.
You can use the word 'budding' to describe something beginning to develop or grow in an early stage. For example, "Her interest in photography is just a budding passion."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Formal & Business

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

"The Giver depicts a society where the government has grown well beyond an anti-state," reveals the budding critic.

The Guardian - Film

To meet its medals target, Oman is counting on a core group of budding women sailors, but also on a very thorough talent-spotting system.

The Guardian - Sport

This is something that the US versions of The Voice and The X-Factor (with the recent exception of budding pop supergroup Fifth Harmony) – not to mention Rising Star, Duets, Rock Star etc – have not been able to achieve, and it's always given Idol an edge in the credibility department.

The Guardian - Music

A feel-good yarn about a budding dancer in the north-east, Stephen Daldry's movie previewed to cheering audiences at this year's Cannes and Edinburgh film festivals and looks set for rave reviews when it opens nationwide this weekend.

The Guardian - Film

What advice do you have for budding fashion entrepreneurs?

The Guardian

This had been the brainchild of Edward Donovan, an amateur zoologist, author, artist and budding entrepreneur who had opened its doors on Catherine Street just off the Strand in 1807.

The Guardian

Led by contemporary art critic, editor and Goldsmiths university lecturer Gilda Williams, author of How to Write about Contemporary Art, this highly practical course shows budding arts critics how to imbue both specialist and casual audiences with the excitement of contemporary art.

The Guardian

This four-day masterclass is ideal for budding photographers who want to master the basics of shooting on manual – before putting their skills to the test.

The Guardian

That soon, the Do Not Disturb signs dangling from the winter sarcophaguses of the upper class will detach and greet the budding city anew.

The Guardian - Opinion

One of the best examples is in Nigeria, where the stunning success of Real Nolly Movies provides a benchmark for budding technology entrepreneurs across the continent.

The Guardian

Obama Chiumia went on to suggest that if budding tennis players changed their names to, say, Serena Williams or Rafael Nadal they might enjoy similar sporting successes – although the Malawian Lawn Tennis association was quick to point out that hard work and determination were equally important factors.

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When describing a field of study or an area of interest, consider using "budding" to indicate the beginnings of something potentially significant. For example, "the budding field of artificial intelligence".

Common error

Avoid using "budding" to describe individuals or organizations that are already well-established or have achieved significant success. "Budding" implies a starting phase, not a mature state.

Linguistic Context

"Budding" primarily functions as an adjective, modifying nouns to indicate something is in an early stage of development. Ludwig AI confirms its adjectival usage. For example, "budding artist" or "budding entrepreneur".

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

40%

Formal & Business

30%

Science

15%

Less common in

Encyclopedias

5%

Wiki

5%

Reference

5%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "budding" is an adjective used to describe something in its early stages of development. Ludwig AI classifies it as correct and usable in written English. It is frequently used in various contexts, especially in news, business, and science, and is generally considered to be neutral to professional in register. While often interchangeable with words like "emerging" or "fledgling", it is important to avoid using it to describe already established entities. Using "budding" correctly conveys the sense of potential and growth.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

emerging

This term emphasizes the act of coming into existence or prominence.

fledgling

Suggests inexperience and a need for nurturing, often used for young birds or new organizations.

nascent

Implies a very early stage of development, almost just beginning.

developing

A more general term indicating ongoing growth and progress.

burgeoning

Highlights rapid growth and expansion.

inceptive

Focuses on the initial action or start of something.

promising

Indicates potential for future success or achievement.

incipient

Describes the very beginning of something, often something negative.

sprouting

Emphasizes the act of beginning to grow, like a plant.

growing

A simple term for the process of increase.

FAQs

How can I use "budding" in a sentence?

You can use "budding" to describe someone or something that is starting to develop or grow. For example, "She is a "budding scientist"" or "This is a "budding industry"".

What are some synonyms for "budding"?

Some synonyms for "budding" include "emerging", "fledgling", "nascent", and "developing". The best choice depends on the context.

What's the difference between "budding" and "burgeoning"?

"Budding" implies the very beginning stages of development, whereas "burgeoning" suggests rapid growth and expansion. Use "budding" when something is just starting out, and "burgeoning" when it's growing quickly.

Is it correct to say "budding success"?

Yes, it is correct to say "budding success". It describes success that is just starting to appear or develop. An alternative could be "nascent success" depending on the context.