Effervescence

A lively or enthusiastic quality; the state of being full of life, excitement, or high-spirited energy.

noun

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Imagine This

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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Sounds Like

EF-er-VES-uhns

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Looks Like

Resembles the adjective effervescent; evokes a bubbly, sparkling aura.

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Remember This

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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Other Forms

Effervescentadjective

Effervescentlyadverb

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Connect With

vivacity, exuberance, ebullience, liveliness, sparkle

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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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Examples

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.

Synonyms

vivacityexuberanceebulliencelivelinessbuoyancy

Antonyms

lethargystagnationstillness

Etymology

From Latin effervescere meaning to boil up; from ex- (out) + fervescere (to boil, burn).

Mnemonic

Fizz + Verve + Sense: Think of a sparkling drink whose fizz supplies verve and awakens the senses, just like effervescence.

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