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Sunday, January 5, 2025

ebullient

/iˈbəlyənt/adjective

Cheerful and full of energy; enthusiastic and excited.

Etymology

From Latin "ebullire," meaning "to boil over," from "e-" (out) + "bullire" (to boil). The metaphor of bubbling over with excitement gives us this lively word.

Usage Examples

  1. "The ebullient crowd erupted in cheers when the home team scored the winning goal."

  2. "Her ebullient personality made her the most popular teacher at the school."

  3. "Despite the setback, he remained ebullient about the project's potential."

Synonyms

  • Exuberant
  • Enthusiastic
  • Vivacious
  • Bubbly
  • High-spirited

Fun Facts

  • The word literally means "boiling over" - imagine bubbles of joy!
  • It's often used to describe someone whose happiness is contagious.
  • The noun form "ebullience" describes the quality of being ebullient.

Related Terms

  • Exuberant: Filled with lively energy and excitement
  • Vivacious: Attractively lively and animated
  • Effervescent: Vivacious and enthusiastic (like carbonation)
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