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Definition of effervescent

effervescent

/ˌɛf.ɚˈvɛs.ənt/
ef · fer · ves · cent
Adverb:effervescently
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• adjective

1

Vivacious, enthusiastic, and full of high spirits.

Example

"Her effervescent personality quickly made her the center of attention at the reception."

2

Giving off small bubbles of gas; fizzy or sparkling (especially of a liquid).

Example

"The tablet dissolved in the glass of water, creating a refreshing effervescent drink."

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• Rhymes for effervescent

• Nearby Words

effeminate
effervesce
effervescence
effervescent
efficacy
efficiency
efficient

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from French effervescent, from the present participle of Latin effervescere ('to boil up' or 'foam'), formed from ex- ('out') and fervescere ('to begin to boil'), from fervere ('to boil' or 'be hot').

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