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effervescence

|ef/fer/ves/cence|

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/ˌɛfərˈvɛsəns/

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/ˌɛfəˈvɛsəns/

bubbling energy

Etymology
Etymology Information

'effervescence' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'effervescere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'fervescere' meant 'to boil.'

Historical Evolution

'effervescere' transformed into the French word 'effervescence,' and eventually became the modern English word 'effervescence' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to boil out,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'bubbling' and 'liveliness.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the process of bubbling or fizzing, often due to the release of gas from a liquid.

The effervescence of the soda was evident as soon as the cap was removed.

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Noun 2

a state of high spirits or liveliness.

Her effervescence was contagious, lifting the mood of everyone around her.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45