flower power

noun

: a nonviolent ethic as advocated by hippies

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These summer standouts bring unstoppable flower power to the garden so there’s never a dull moment. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 May 2026 The arching stems and feathery plumes of ornamental grasses make a fantastic partner to the dense flower power of dahlias in late summer. — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2026 Laura Dern harnesses her flower power walking the Gabriela Hearst runway — her catwalk debut! — Lex Goldstein, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025 Rhea Seehorn Rhea Seehorn opted for Oscar de la Renta’s quintessential flower power. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for flower power

Word History

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of flower power was in 1967

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“Flower power.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flower%20power. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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