Effervescent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɛfəˈvɛsənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Effervescent is an adjective meaning (of a liquid) Giving off bubbles; fizzy.
Meaning
(of a liquid) Giving off bubbles; fizzy.
More Meanings
- (figurative) Vivacious and enthusiastic.
Example Sentences
The effervescent Suarez then went close again as he worked space for a shot after a mazy run but could not keep his close-range shot below the crossbar.
"It is rarely in human life," rejoined Douglas, "we realize the inimitable paintings our imaginations form, and less so during the effervescent period of youth. The bright impression glows upon the fancy, ravishes the mental view, but ere long vanishes, and leaves the prospect desolate and forlorn."
Synonyms for effervescent
Depending on context, synonyms include abubble, bubblesome, bubbly, ebullient, fizzy, frothy.
Antonyms for effervescent
Common opposites include noneffervescent, still.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fizzy, bubbling, bubbly, fizzing, frothy, foaming.
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