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Definition of bubbly

bubbly

/ˈbʌb.li/
bub · bly
Plural:bubblies
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bubbly Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Full of cheerful high spirits, enthusiasm, and lively energy.

Example

"Her bubbly personality immediately put the nervous job applicants at ease."

2

Containing, covered with, or full of bubbles.

Example

"She poured a glass of cold, bubbly sparkling water over ice."

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• noun

1

Champagne or another sparkling wine (used informally).

Example

"We opened a bottle of chilled bubbly to celebrate their wedding anniversary."

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• Nearby Words

bubbliness
bubbling
bubblingly
bubbly
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bubonic
bucaramanga

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 16th century from the noun 'bubble' plus the adjectival suffix '-y'. The informal noun sense referring to champagne or sparkling wine emerged in the early 20th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bubbly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bubbly
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