effervesce
|ef/fer/vesce|
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/ˌɛfərˈvɛs/
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/ˌɛfəˈvɛs/
bubbling with energy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'effervesce' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'effervescere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'fervescere' meant 'to begin to boil.'
Historical Evolution
'effervescere' transformed into the French word 'effervescer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'effervesce' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to begin to boil,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to emit bubbles or show animation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to emit small bubbles of gas, as a carbonated or fermenting liquid.
The soda began to effervesce as soon as it was opened.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42