as in energetic
filled with life and enthusiasm
her ebullient charm an ebullient entertainer
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Recent Examples of ebullient
The ever-direct fashion editor, a front-row fixture at fashion shows and one of the industry’s most ebullient cheerleaders, Polly Mellen, has died at the age of 100.
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Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
And Madison’s performance, both ebullient and piercing, is one of the year’s finest.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 4 Dec. 2024
But as the documentary reveals, Billy Preston was an elusive figure — ebullient and all there, and also hidden and mysterious.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
Civil, an ebullient host who along with partner Selma Seckin manages the nine room hotel Ida Blue, a complex of three similar stone houses in this hilltop village, was referring to Istanbul’s upscale neighborhood.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
And Madison’s performance, both ebullient and piercing, is one of the year’s finest.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 4 Dec. 2024
But as the documentary reveals, Billy Preston was an elusive figure — ebullient and all there, and also hidden and mysterious.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
Civil, an ebullient host who along with partner Selma Seckin manages the nine room hotel Ida Blue, a complex of three similar stone houses in this hilltop village, was referring to Istanbul’s upscale neighborhood.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ebullient
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Together, the data reveals different layers of the galaxy's structure and energetic processes, highlighted by bright gold light in the image.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
24 July 2025
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The image of a tiny hamster running endlessly on a spinning wheel has become an iconic part of owning these small, energetic animals.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 July 2025
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There are a few giant screens playing sports located towards the back of the restaurant, and lively music, either from the house speakers or in-person entertainers, sets the mood for a fun meal.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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At a time when personal expression and wellness are at the heart of home design, this equally grounding and lively shade couldn’t be more timely.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
30 July 2025
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Requirements: Must be at least 16 years old; naturally creative, enthusiastic and animated; able to positively interact non-verbally with guests; able to walk, climb and stand while wearing a heavy, oversized and confining full body character costume for up to 20-30 minutes at a time.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
1 Aug. 2025
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The live-action reimagining of Disney's beloved animated classic made a big splash at the worldwide box office after its release in late May, bringing in more than $300 million in its opening weekend.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
17 July 2025
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Friday afternoon’s follow-up saw the hosts win by a final score of 3-2, but the Braves mounted a spirited late comeback that fell just short.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
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Sixth-year Coach Sam Pittman and veteran players Fernando Carmona and Larry Worth III all said the early wake-up call for the 6:20 a.m. practice, which was held with temperatures starting in the high 60s under overcast skies, led to a spirited workout in light shoulder pads and shorts.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
1 Aug. 2025
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Tony Finau is tied with Xander Schauffele for the longest active streak of Tour Championship appearances with eight straight East Lake appearances.—
Mike Dojc,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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The debate over whether Louisville is a Northern or Southern city has been active for centuries, and the Gateway to the South nickname seems to have stoked the flames.—
Leo Bertucci,
The Courier-Journal,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Character models in the distance no longer animate at a lower frame rate than those in the foreground.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
6 June 2025
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No matter its age and despite its survival being dependent on machines, just like its mother, the fetus is entirely animate.—
Lindsey Breitwieser,
The Conversation,
1 July 2025
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Nest Lychee Rose is bubblier and way more rose-forward, Kayali Sparkling Lychee has more fruit variety but less actual lychee somehow.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
8 June 2025
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The difference is subtle, but the fine filter creates milk that's a bit bubblier than the ultrafine filter.—
Jaina Grey,
WIRED,
12 Jan. 2025
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Florida Republicans are enthusiastic about Alligator Alcatraz.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
24 July 2025
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While the race will be held at the Naval Base Coronado, the city is enthusiastic to host a Nascar weekend.—
Joseph Wolkin,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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“Ebullient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ebullient. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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