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

• 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

Richard is a tiki guy, and his and Schaffer’s book is the first attempt, possibly ever, to unite the flamboyant exuberance of tiki with the methodical precision of the modernist craft movement. —Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 11 July 2025

Their exuberance, however, was not always been met with universal acclaim. —Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025

Uptown’s most dazzling celebration of LGBTQ exuberance is bringing its incomparable mix of energy and eleganza to its new Manhattanville location. —Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 27 June 2025

Similarly, Barnes and Saenz de Viteri’s work appears at first all winky smiles, earnest exuberance and breezy dialogue layered over flailing arms, speedy footwork and spoken self-deprecating asides, often set to a Golden Oldies soundtrack. —Brian Schaefer july 7, Literary Hub, 7 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1631, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for exuberance

• protuberance