Effervesce


[ef-er-ves] /ˌɛf ərˈvɛs/

verb (used without object), effervesced, effervescing.
1.
to give off bubbles of gas, as fermenting liquors.
2.
to issue forth in bubbles.
3.
to show enthusiasm, excitement, liveliness, etc.:
The parents effervesced with pride over their new baby.
/ˌɛfəˈvɛs/
verb (intransitive)
1.
(of a liquid) to give off bubbles of gas
2.
(of a gas) to issue in bubbles from a liquid
3.
to exhibit great excitement, vivacity, etc
v.

1702, from Latin effervescere (see effervescence). Related: Effervesced; effervescing.

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