ebullient
/ɪˈbʊljənt/
Group 19Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Cheerful and full of energy; enthusiastic GRE
Example in Context
The ebullient crowd greeted the returning athletes with cheers and confetti that filled the downtown streets.
Synonyms
bubblyenthusiasticlively
Etymology
Bubbling over with excitement and energy, like boiling water.
- ebullire (Latin) — to bubble out
Memory Aid
🐂Sounds like “a bull in it”
Imagine a BULL dancing in a party, so EBULLIENT it bubbles over with joy!
Visual Association
🎉A lively celebration with confetti flying everywhere, filled with smiling faces and laughter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “ebullient” mean on the GRE?
ebullient (adjective) means “Cheerful and full of energy; enthusiastic”. The ebullient crowd greeted the returning athletes with cheers and confetti that filled the downtown streets.
How to remember “ebullient” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “ebullient” sounds like “a bull in it”. Imagine a BULL dancing in a party, so EBULLIENT it bubbles over with joy!
What are synonyms for “ebullient”?
Common synonyms: bubbly, enthusiastic, lively.