ebullient
Adjective
Hard difficulty
What does “ebullient” mean?
adjective.cheerful and full of energy.
SAT Usage
this word often appears in passages related to social interactions, celebrations, or descriptions of lively characters. It emphasizes an exuberant and infectious enthusiasm, distinguishing it from similar terms like "joyful," which does not necessarily convey the same level of energetic expression.
Common Confusions
Ebullient implies a lively and overflowing enthusiasm, while joyful usually suggests a more subdued or quiet happiness.
Do not choose ebullient if the context emphasizes sadness or lethargy rather than being cheerful and full of energy.
Example Sentences
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She was ebullient after learning she had won the prize.