Ebullience

Noun

Definition: The quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.

Synonyms: Enthusiasm, Liveliness, Exuberance

Antonyms: Lethargy, Apathy, Dullness

Examples:

Her ebullience was contagious, lighting up the room.
The children's ebullience on Christmas morning was impossible to contain.

Mnemonics:

"Ebullience sounds like 'bubbly', which implies cheerfulness and enthusiasm."
"Think of the ebullience you feel when something exciting or joyful happens."

Etymology:

Origin:

From the Latin word "ebullire" meaning "to boil up."

Historical Usage:

The word has been used in English since the early 18th century to describe exuberance or enthusiasm.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Bursting with ebullience"

Explanation:

Describes someone who is overflowing with enthusiasm and energy.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'ebullience' with 'exuberance'.

Explanation:

While both words can be used interchangeably to some extent, 'ebullience' specifically refers to a state of boiling up or bubbling with enthusiasm, whereas 'exuberance' is a more general term for being full of energy and excitement.