effervescent
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/ˌɛfərˈvɛsənt/
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/ˌɛfəˈvɛsənt/
bubbling, lively
Etymology
Etymology Information
'effervescent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'effervescere,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'fervescere' meant 'to begin to boil.'
Historical Evolution
'effervescere' transformed into the French word 'effervescent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'effervescent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to begin to boil or bubble,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'bubbling' and 'lively.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
bubbling or fizzing, often used to describe a liquid that emits bubbles of gas.
The effervescent soda tickled my nose.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45