exuberant
Adjective
Medium difficulty
What does “exuberant” mean?
adjective.filled with or characterized by a lively energy and excitement.
SAT Usage
the term is often found in passages related to celebrations, youth, or emotional expressions, highlighting a sense of joy and enthusiasm. It emphasizes an overflowing, almost infectious energy, distinguishing it from similar words like "cheerful," which may lack the same intensity and vibrancy.
Common Confusions
Exuberant implies a lively and infectious energy, while cheerful usually suggests a more subdued and steady happiness without the same intensity.
Do not choose exuberant if the context emphasizes dullness or lack of energy rather than being filled with or characterized by a lively energy and excitement.
Example Sentences
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The crowd gave an exuberant cheer when the team scored.
Word Parts: How to Remember “exuberant”
Break “exuberant” into its parts: ex- (out of, from). Knowing roots like these helps you decode unfamiliar SAT vocabulary.
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Prefix:
ex-out of, from (Latin)