as in emotional
showing feeling freely
often effusive no matter what the occasion, they are even more so at weddings and funerals
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Recent Examples of effusive
This Sabrina is silly and effusive and a tad bit privileged.
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Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 28 Jan. 2025
Musk’s army of fanboys on X was as effusive as ever, but outside the hard-core Tesla bubble, the SUV was met with a flood of Nazi jokes following Musk’s Sieg heil–ish arm gesture at Trump’s inauguration.
—Patrick George, The Atlantic, 12 Feb. 2025
Though Swift was a strong Kamala Harris supporter during last year’s election and attack online by Trump, the Chiefs’ Kelce was effusive over the president coming to Sunday’s Super Bowl.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2025
Elsewhere, the reaction from Silicon Valley was less effusive.
—John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
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Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 28 Jan. 2025
Musk’s army of fanboys on X was as effusive as ever, but outside the hard-core Tesla bubble, the SUV was met with a flood of Nazi jokes following Musk’s Sieg heil–ish arm gesture at Trump’s inauguration.
—Patrick George, The Atlantic, 12 Feb. 2025
Though Swift was a strong Kamala Harris supporter during last year’s election and attack online by Trump, the Chiefs’ Kelce was effusive over the president coming to Sunday’s Super Bowl.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2025
Elsewhere, the reaction from Silicon Valley was less effusive.
—John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for effusive
Adjective
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Louis Vuitton was among the first to recognize how crucial a deep emotional connection is to a brand; the company launched its Travel Book collection in 2013.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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That emotional connection is something Stacey Younge, a licensed clinical social worker and founder of Sixth Street Wellness, sees firsthand.—
Danielle James,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The boxer looked thrilled to walk the carpet with his future wife, giving Leerdam affectionate kisses and showing some PDA on the carpet.—
Natasha Dye,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Labradors are known for their friendly and playful nature, while bulldogs, despite their sometimes grumpy demeanor, can be affectionate and loyal companions.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Dutchman is uninhibited, forceful in its criticisms and condemnations of Black people who refuse to acknowledge the acute pain of racial violence in America.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
8 Mar. 2025
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This diminutive Vin de France bottling is intended to showcase Gamay at its most uninhibited and pleasurable.—
Anna Lee C. Iijima,
Bon Appétit,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Charles has been demonstrative in his support for Ukraine defending itself against Russian aggression, issuing statements and making regular visits to relief organizations that help refugees from the war, as the New York Times pointed out.—
Martha Ross,
The Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2025
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In this regard, Wuthering Heights was perhaps her most demonstrative showcase.—
Mayukh Sen,
The Atlantic,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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People who want to simplify their monthly budget by reducing the number of outgoing payments may appreciate debt consolidation solutions as well.—
Michelle Lambright Black,
Sacramento Bee,
21 Mar. 2025
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The outgoing chief scientist was also the agency’s climate adviser.—
David W. Brown,
The New Yorker,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Also in series-regular roles, Way will portray Brina, Reggie’s loving and supportive fiancée who sees the documentary as an opportunity to advance her stardom; Hall will portray Carmelo, Reggie and Monica’s son, a high schooler who has grown up in the shadow of Reggie’s football career.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2025
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Tipperary is a loving and loveable dog, cuddly and affectionate.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Effusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effusive. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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