effusive — showing or expressing gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing or expressing gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈfjuːsɪv/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother becomes effusive whenever she talks about her cat, as if it's the most brilliant creature on Earth.
- The CEO was effusive in his thanks to the employees who worked overtime.
- Her effusive review of the movie made me wonder if we watched the same film.
effusive
ADJECTIVE[/ɪˈfjuːsɪv/]
showing or expressing gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner
Overflowing with heartfelt gratitude and joy
From exclusive coldness to effusive, inclusive warmth!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'effusus', the past participle of 'effundere' meaning 'to pour out' or 'to shed', composed of the prefix 'ex-' (out) and 'fundere' (to pour). The word evolved through French to English, initially used literally before gaining its modern figurative sense.
Breakdown
ef- (out) + fus (pour) + -ive (adjective suffix indicating tendency or quality) = effusive (tending to pour out emotionally)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother becomes effusive whenever she talks about her cat, as if it's the most brilliant creature on Earth.”
“The CEO was effusive in his thanks to the employees who worked overtime.”
“Her effusive review of the movie made me wonder if we watched the same film.”
“The fans gave an effusive welcome to their favorite celebrity.”
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