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effusive

Syllabification: (ef·fu·sive)
Pronunciation: /iˈfyo͞osiv/

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Definition of effusive

adjective

  • 1expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner:an effusive welcome
  • 2 Geology (of igneous rock) poured out when molten and later solidified.
  • of or relating to the eruption of large volumes of molten rock.

Derivatives

effusively

adverb

effusiveness

noun

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