effervescence

noun

ef·​fer·​ves·​cence ˌe-fər-ˈve-sᵊn(t)s How to pronounce effervescence (audio)
1
: the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing
They produced a still wine …, then put it through a second fermentation to raise the alcohol level and create the effervescence.Jim Gordon
2
: an appealingly lively quality
the effervescence of youth
an actress admired for her energy and effervescence

Examples of effervescence in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Prickly effervescence and citrus flavors bring to mind grapefruit LaCroix. Sunset Magazine, 26 Sep. 2024 None of the show would carry the same effervescence without Armstrong, who at 52 years old is as virile and agile as ever. Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 15 Sep. 2024 The song isn’t particularly memorable, but Karol G’s crowd interaction, effervescence and dancers masked its shortcomings. Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 12 Sep. 2024 The cuvée cask finishing adds a touch of effervescence and freshness to the palate. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for effervescence 

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Word History

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of effervescence was in 1651

Dictionary Entries Near effervescence

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“Effervescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/effervescence. Accessed 8 Oct. 2024.

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