as in emotional
showing feeling freely
often effusive no matter what the occasion, they are even more so at weddings and funerals
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Recent Examples of effusive
When talking about Sutton Tuesday, Payton sounded positively effusive, especially by Sunshine Sean standards.
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Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 July 2025
Needless to say, reaction from moviegoers who watched the trailer in theaters on Friday has been effusive.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 25 July 2025
Other tasters were less effusive but agreed that Jeni’s refreshingly minty yet incredibly creamy base benefited from a contrast of really good bittersweet chocolate shards.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 July 2025
Peter Mandelson, the U.K.’s ambassador to the U.S., hailed a major transatlantic trade deal for automobiles, while expressing effusive praise for President Donald Trump.
—Robert Olsen, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
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Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 30 July 2025
Needless to say, reaction from moviegoers who watched the trailer in theaters on Friday has been effusive.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 25 July 2025
Other tasters were less effusive but agreed that Jeni’s refreshingly minty yet incredibly creamy base benefited from a contrast of really good bittersweet chocolate shards.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 July 2025
Peter Mandelson, the U.K.’s ambassador to the U.S., hailed a major transatlantic trade deal for automobiles, while expressing effusive praise for President Donald Trump.
—Robert Olsen, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for effusive
Adjective
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Through back-and-forth-through-time storytelling, the film centers on Ryota’s emotional journey of honoring his late brother Sota’s legacy and overcoming his own pain to help elevate the team.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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To mark the milestone, after performance No. 3,535, producer Jeffrey Seller invited all of them to the stage for a once-in-a-lifetime curtain call, drawing roaring applause and emotional ovations.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Finn is her brave, affectionate brother who keeps her safe.—
Maryanne Dell,
Oc Register,
16 Aug. 2025
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TikTokers were quick to react and expressed similar affectionate experiences with their poodles.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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According to the study, the uninhibited pumping of groundwater by farmers, cities and corporations around the world now accounts for 68% of the total loss of fresh water at the latitudes where most people live.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
28 July 2025
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The freedom to compete, to be uninhibited in pursuit of victory.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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Suter, whose night was extended by the Reds’ rally, retired the Braves in order in the top of the ninth, and the hometown boy with a degree from Harvard was demonstrative in his celebration after sending the game to the bottom of the ninth inning.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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And there's a lot of demonstrative evidence in this case, is my understanding.—
Tracy Wright , Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2025
Adjective
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The Lake County Treasurer employees are forming a union with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 31, the second unit of Lake County employees to unionize this summer, receiving the blessing of outgoing Treasurer Holly Kim.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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All incumbents are also running for reelection under the cloud of controversy surrounding the city’s deal with outgoing Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings.—
Mary Ramsey
August 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Cognitive generosity is all about making the choice to interpret your partner’s intentions, behaviors and words in the most generous and loving light possible.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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Thank you to all the beautiful loving and supportive fans out there for honoring him.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Effusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effusive. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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