
Effervescence
A lively or enthusiastic quality; the state of being full of life, excitement, or high-spirited energy.
nounEffervescence
A lively or enthusiastic quality; the state of being full of life, excitement, or high-spirited energy.
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The many ever-running varieties of fluorescent lights in Las Vegas, its name famous worldwide for being the most exciting and full of life casino resort.
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EF-er-VES-uhns
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Resembles the adjective effervescent; evokes a bubbly, sparkling aura.
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Effervescence can describe both a tangible bubbling quality (as in fizzy drinks) and a figurative liveliness in people or atmospheres. The related adjective is effervescent.
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vivacity, exuberance, ebullience, liveliness, sparkle
Note
Use effervescence to describe lively energy or a fizzy, bubbling quality. Do not confuse with ebullience (which implies lively enthusiasm) or effusive (expressing excessive emotion).
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- The party was filled with effervescence as guests chatted and laughed late into the night.
- The champagne's effervescence rose in the flute, delighting the guests.
From Latin effervescere meaning to boil up; from ex- (out) + fervescere (to boil, burn).
Fizz + Verve + Sense: Think of a sparkling drink whose fizz supplies verve and awakens the senses, just like effervescence.
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