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effusive

/ɪˈfjuːsɪv/

Meanings
  • expressing or given to expressing feelings or ideas freely and abundantly

    - "Sara's effusive praise for the chef's culinary skills left everyone in awe."
    - "John's effusive apologies for his earlier actions may not undo the damage but could help in repairing the relationship."

Pronunciation
  1. /ɪˈfjuːsɪv/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with effusive
effusive , intuitive , persuasive , conclusive , collusive , preclusive , subclusive , cohesive , complaisant , consensual , convergent , concurrent , coeval , cohesive , coherent , comprehensive , collective , collaborative
Homophones
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  1. effusive, opus, apex


Variants
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effusive , effusively , effusiveness , effusivenesses
Forms
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The term 'effusive' can be used in various forms and contexts. Some common forms of the term 'effusive' include: - Adjective: describing someone or something that expresses feelings or ideas with great warmth and enthusiasm. - Noun: referring to the act or manner of expressing feelings or ideas with great warmth and enthusiasm. - Verb: indicating the action or process of expressing feelings or ideas with great warmth and enthusiasm.


Etymology
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Originating from the Latin word 'effusus' meaning 'poured out' or 'flowing freely'. In English, the term 'effusive' started being used in the late 15th century to describe someone or something that expresses feelings or ideas with great warmth and enthusiasm.


Related Concepts
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  1. Expressiveness: The ability to communicate emotions and feelings effectively through various forms of expression, including language, art, music, and body language.

  2. Emotional Intelligence: The ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions in oneself and others. Emotional intelligence involves several key skills, including self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.

  3. Sensitivity: The ability to perceive and respond to the subtle and nuanced aspects of the world around us. Sensitivity involves several key components, including perception, attention, emotion, and cognition.


Culture
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["The term 'effusive' has been used extensively in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression. In literature, effusive characters are often depicted as being overly expressive and emotional. In art, effusive works often feature vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes. In music, effusive compositions often feature complex harmonies and lush arrangements. Overall, the term 'effusive' has come to represent a rich and expressive artistic tradition."]

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