effluence
/ˈɛfːluəns/
Meanings
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noun
The outflow or discharge of a liquid or gas.
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noun
A flow or emission, especially one that is unwanted or harmful.
Synonyms
efflux , effluxion , outflow
Rhymes
Words rhyming with effluenceinfluenza , prestige , deluge , juggle
Variants
List of all variants of effluence that leads to same resulteffluence , effluences
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Latin word 'effluere', meaning 'to flow out'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
Effluence is the opposite of influx.
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The term 'effluent' is often used to describe wastewater that has been treated but is not yet ready for release into the environment.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
influx: The act of flowing in or the rate at which something flows in. Related to effluence as both words come from the same Latin root.
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outflow: The act of flowing out or the amount that flows out. Synonym of effluence.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, effluence is often used metaphorically to describe the outpouring of ideas or creativity. In art, it can refer to the way that colors or forms flow together.
How to Memorize "effluence"
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visualize
- Imagine a river or a fountain as an example of effluence. Visualize the water flowing out and the discharge that results.
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associate
- Associate the word 'effluence' with the idea of a flow or discharge. Think of it as something that moves out or is emitted.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Effluence starts with E, it's a flow, out it goes, see?' to help remember the meaning of the word.
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