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ebullient

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ɪˈbʌljənt/

KK: /ɪˈbʌljənt/

adjective
Definition

Full of energy, excitement, and enthusiasm; lively and cheerful.


Example

The ebullient crowd cheered loudly at the concert.


Conversation
Sloth A
I met Sarah at the party last night, and she was so ebullient!
Sloth B
I know, right? She always brings a lot of energy to any gathering.
Sloth A
It really made the night much more enjoyable.
Sloth B
Absolutely! Her ebullient personality lights up the room.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
enthusiastic
exuberant
vivacious
Antonyms
apathetic
indifferent
dull
Root Explanation

Ebullient → It is formed from "ebullire" (Latin, meaning to bubble out) and the suffix "-ent" (indicating an adjective). The word describes a state of being bubbling with enthusiasm or excitement.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone bubbling over with joy and excitement, just like a pot of water boiling over — that's what ebullient means.

Visually Confused Words
bullit
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