Proliferasi
Definition & Context
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
The process of “rapid spread” or “growth” that expands widely in large quantities, particularly referring to exponential increase of something such as disease, technology, or social phenomena.
Synonyms & Variants
booming
A condition of very rapid and profitable growth or development, often used in economic or trend contexts.
Ekspansi
Often used as a synonym in the context of territorial or influence expansion.
ledakan
A sudden and very rapid increase in number or intensity.
penyebaran
The process or way of something spreading in various directions or to a wider area.
pertumbuhan
The process of increasing in size or number
Multiplikasi
Technical register variant referring to the rapid doubling of numbers.
Perkembangbiakan
Common synonym more frequently used in basic biological contexts.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The term “proliferasi” originates from Latin proliferare, composed of proles (offspring/generation) and ferre (to carry/bring). In formal and scientific contexts, it explains “multiplication” or “rapid and uncontrolled reproduction”. Common synonyms include “penyebaran” (spread), “pertumbuhan” (growth), “perbanyakan” (multiplication), or “ekspansi” (expansion). The term is frequently used in medical discussions (diseases), technology (innovations), and international policy (nuclear weapons).
Real-world Usage
Pemerintah sedang mengawasi proliferasi senjata nuklir demi menjaga stabilitas keamanan global secara berkelanjutan.
English Translation
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