effusive

adjective
UK: /ɪˈfjuːsɪv/
US: /ɪˈfjuːsɪv/

  1. Expressing feelings in an unrestrained or excessive manner.

    1. She gave me an effusive welcome at the door of her home.
    2. His effusive praise made me feel appreciated despite my mistakes.

  2. Overflowing or pouring out; lacking reserve.

    1. The effusive volcano released a stream of hot lava down the mountain.
    2. She offered effusive apologies for being late to the important meeting.

Synonyms

enthusiastic extravagant unrestrained demonstrative

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "effusive" in English means: Expressing feelings in an unrestrained or excessive manner., Overflowing or pouring out; lacking reserve..

The phonetic transcription of "effusive" is /ɪˈfjuːsɪv/ in British English and /ɪˈfjuːsɪv/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "effusive": enthusiastic, extravagant, unrestrained, demonstrative.

Example usage of "effusive": "She gave me an effusive welcome at the door of her home.". More examples on the page.