exuberance

noun

ex·​u·​ber·​ance ig-ˈzü-b(ə-)rən(t)s 

1

: the quality or state of being exuberant

youthful exuberance

2

: an exuberant act or expression

Synonyms of exuberance

• vigorousness
• brightness
• enthusiasm
• cheerfulness
• vibrancy
• vitality
• liveliness
• briskness
• sprightliness
• lustiness
• vibrance
• animation
• spirit
• robustness

Examples of exuberance in a Sentence

the exuberance of the housing market was an encouraging economic indicator

Recent Examples on the Web

Here her strained exuberance keyed up a bit. — Christopher Hooks, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026

So there are elements, exuberances in the party now that should be heard and the rest. — Kevin Townsend, The Atlantic, 18 June 2026

This exuberance isn’t without a sentimental heart. — Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 13 June 2026

Three decades later, investors are asking a familiar question about the AI exuberance. — Gail Krishnan, CNBC, 23 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1617, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for exuberance

• protuberance