Definition

Describing something that is full of bubbles or foam, often seen in liquids like beer or soap.

Example

The spumous waves crashed against the shore, creating a beautiful display of foam.

Conversation

Have you tried that new coffee shop downtown?

Not yet, but I heard their drinks are really spumous.

Yeah, I saw a picture online, and it looked so frothy!

I can't wait to taste it; a spumous latte sounds amazing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Spumous is derived from the Latin "spumosus" (meaning foamy or frothy), which comes from "spuma" (meaning foam). The word describes something that is characterized by or full of foam.

Memory Tip

Think of 'foam' ('spuma') to remember that 'spumous' means full of foam or frothy.

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