ebullient

Definition

Cheerful and full of energy; showing excitement and enthusiasm in an animated way. It describes someone who bubbles over with positive emotions.

Etymology

From Latin 'ebullire' meaning 'to boil over,' combining 'e-' (out) and 'bullire' (to boil). The metaphor of liquid boiling over perfectly captures how ebullient people overflow with enthusiasm and energy.

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