ebullient Meaning & Definition
/ɪˈbʊliənt/
What Does Ebullient Mean?
As an adjective, ebullient means Enthusiastic; high-spirited. It can also mean Of a liquid: boiling and bubbling, or agitated as if boiling.
Word Facts for Ebullient
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɪˈbʊliənt/ |
| Synonyms | exuberant, spirited and high-spirited |
| Comparative / superlative | more ebullient, most ebullient |
Ebullient Definition (Adjective)
- Enthusiastic; high-spirited.
- Of a liquid: boiling and bubbling, or agitated as if boiling.
- Causing heat.
Adjective
- (of a liquid) Boiling or agitated as if boiling.
Synonyms of Ebullient
Ebullient synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
ebullient (comparative more ebullient, superlative most ebullient)
Origin of Ebullient
Borrowing from Latin ēbulliēns, present participle of ēbulliō (“to boil”), from bulliō (“to bubble up”) (English boil). Compare bubbling, bubbly, and perky, which use a similar metaphor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ebullient
What part of speech is ebullient?
Ebullient is an adjective.
What is another word for ebullient?
Close synonyms of ebullient are exuberant, spirited and high-spirited. See the full list of ebullient synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of ebullient?
The comparative form is more ebullient and the superlative form is most ebullient.