exuberance

[ ig-zoo-ber-uhns ]

noun

1. Also exuberancy. the state of being exuberant.
2. an instance of this:

   His pranks are youthful exuberances.

Other Words From

• non·ex·u·ber·ance noun
• non·ex·u·ber·an·cy noun
• o·ver·ex·u·ber·ance noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of exuberance¹

From the Latin word exūberantia, dating back to 1630–40. See exuberant, -ance

Example Sentences

Anolik is less charitable about Babitz’s subsequent work, which she considers to be attenuated and strained, lacking the buzzy exuberance of “Slow Days, Fast Company.”

From Los Angeles Times

"I love this continent. I spent many a year looking around exploring it and just really thrilled to have the reception and exuberance and the energy that will be in this room tonight," he said.

From BBC

Culkin, in a career-best turn, tears into the role with a remarkable mix of exuberance and pathos.

From Los Angeles Times

Author Mike Allen writes, "the memo reflects the exuberance that Trump staffers and allies exude in interviews and behind-the-scenes conversations."

From Salon

Exuberance projects confidence, which voters experience as strength.

From Salon

Related Words

• ardor
• buoyancy
• eagerness
• ebullience
• excitement
• exhilaration
• fervor
• high spirits
• spirit
• vigor
• vitality
• zest