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effusive
expressing praise or emotion in an unrestrained way
Synonyms
- gushing
- demonstrative
- exuberant
Antonyms
- reserved
- restrained
- unemotional
effusive in a sentence
The director was effusive in her praise of the young actors.
The critic's effusive review called the debut brilliant, moving, and unforgettable.
Where it comes from
From Latin effundere, meaning 'to pour out.'
Memory hook
EFFUSIVE feelings FUSE outward and pour over everyone nearby.
Read it in context
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