exuberate
|ex-u-ber-ate|
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/ɪɡˈzuːbəˌreɪt/
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/ɪɡˈzjuːbəˌreɪt/
overflow with enthusiasm
Etymology
Etymology Information
'exuberate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exuberare,' where 'ex-' meant 'out of' and 'uberare' meant 'to be fruitful.'
Historical Evolution
'exuberare' transformed into the English word 'exuberate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be fruitful or abundant,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to overflow with enthusiasm or energy.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/13 11:04