effuse Meaning & Definition
What Does Effuse Mean?
Effuse is used as an adjective meaning Poured out freely; profuse. It can also mean Disposed to pour out freely; prodigal. As a verb, it means To emit; to give off. As a noun, it means effusion; loss.
Effuse in Brief
| Part of speech | adjective, verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɪˈfjuːs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | give off, flow out and pour out |
| Comparative / superlative | more effuse, most effuse |
| Verb forms | effuses, effusing, effused |
Effuse Definition (Adjective)
- Poured out freely; profuse.
- Disposed to pour out freely; prodigal.
- Spreading loosely, especially on one side.
an effuse inflorescence
- Having the lips, or edges, of the aperture abruptly spreading, as in certain shells.
Effuse as a Verb
- To emit; to give off.
- To gush; to be excitedly talkative and enthusiastic about something.
- To pour out like a stream or freely; to cause to exude; to shed.
- To leak out through a small hole.
Effuse as a Noun
- effusion; loss
Synonyms of Effuse
Effuse synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Effuse
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Effuse in a Sentence
an effuse inflorescence
Word Forms & Grammar
effuse (comparative more effuse, superlative most effuse)
effuse (third-person singular simple present effuses, present participle effusing, simple past and past participle effused)
effuse
Origin of Effuse
Borrowed from Middle French effuser, from Latin effusus, past participle of effundere (“to pour out”).
How to Pronounce Effuse
Effuse is pronounced //ɪˈfjuːs// and has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Effuse
Is effuse an adjective or a verb?
Effuse is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb and a noun.
What is another word for effuse?
Close synonyms of effuse are give off, flow out and pour out. See the full list of effuse synonyms and antonyms.
What is the past tense of effuse?
The past tense of effuse is effused. The present participle is effusing.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of effuse?
The comparative form is more effuse and the superlative form is most effuse.