EFFERVESCENCE Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

effervescence

noun

Definition of effervescence

as in vivacity

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Recent Examples of effervescence With a steady stream of tiny bubbles, aromas of strawberry, marzipan, and honeysuckle set the scene for brilliant effervescence and peach, pomegranate, and lavender flavors with a closing note of brioche. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 19 June 2026 Robb explained that groups require four elements to reach collective effervescence, religious or otherwise. — Rebecca Tauber, New York Times, 19 June 2026 Je Ne Sais Quoi for Presentation at Work You want to look professional and put together while still letting your own effervescence shine through. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 15 June 2026 And, of course, some good ‘ol collective effervescence. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for effervescence

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Noun

His obvious wig — made even more obvious since the actor is quite famously bald — still has more vivacity than the film’s tepid choreography.

— Gregory Nussen, Deadline, 8 July 2026
Today, that sense of resilience and vivacity is more relevant than ever.

— Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026

Definition of vivacity

Noun

The service Professionalism comes with genuine warmth, cheerfulness, and a sense of people absolutely loving their jobs.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Kikuko sometimes mistook Shigejiro’s cheerfulness for egoism owing to the distortions produced by her illness.

— Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of cheerfulness

Noun

The combat scenes, frequently pitting Latif’s sharpened steel against more popular American weaponry, are staged with whirling verve, wit and, best of all, balletic coherence.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026
These retain a striking amount of verve and complexity, and taste fresh enough to use raw.

— Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of verve

Noun

Its successor, the U6SF Pro, builds on that foundation with significantly higher brightness and even lower input lag for faster, smoother gaming.

— Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026
In some of the new villas, christened Le Ville della Marchesa, details include headboards upholstered with the famous Missoni zigzag and bathrooms that combine the original gray marble with the brightness of Vietri.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of brightness

Noun

The actress, who had her first child with husband Josh Allen in early April, went minimalist with her jewelry, keeping the sparkle and shine of her look the focus.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
Emma Bunton Presenter Emma Bunton spiced up the carpet in a black ensemble with a subtle sparkle from Annie’s Ibiza plus bangles and platform pumps.

— Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of sparkle

Noun

The luxe corduroy fabric also has a soft sheen, giving casual outfits instant pizzazz.

— Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026
Antonelli fought through the order with all his usual pizzazz, picking off drivers one by one with very little resistance before then pulling clear.

— Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of pizzazz

Noun

Upstairs, on the top floor, the bar serves vintage hard-to-get champagne and spirits by the glass.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Sep. 2026
Desperate to regain her dominance while dazzling pageant recruiter Eloise Amponsah (Tony Award winner Patina Miller), who was Miss Ghana 1966, Paulina launches a campaign to crush Ericka’s spirit and dash her chances in the spotlight.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 29 Sep. 2026

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