effervescent

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a.

[L. effervescences, p. pr. of effervescere: cf. F. effervescent.]
Gently boiling or bubbling, by means of the disengagement of gas


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adjective

    Full of joyful, unrestrained high spirits: ebullient, exuberant, sparkling. See happy/unhappy.

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adj

Definition: enthusiastic, vivacious
Antonyms: dull, inactive, serious, sober, unenthusiastic

adj

Definition: fizzing, foaming
Antonyms: flat, stale

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pronunciation

IN BRIEF: adj. - (of a liquid) giving off bubbles; Used of wines and waters adj. - Marked by high spirits or excitement.

pronunciation Days and nights in Mexico's Caribbean Coast is renowned not only for its pristine beaches but for its effervescent nightlife. — www.yourdictionary.com

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Vichy water (effervescent mineral water from the springs)