effervescence
noun
ef·fer·ves·cence
ˌe-fər-ˈve-sᵊn(t)s 
1
: the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing
They produced a still wine …, then put it through a second fermentation to raise the alcohol level and create the effervescence.—
Jim Gordon
Jim Gordon2
: an appealingly lively quality
the effervescence of youth
an actress admired for her energy and effervescence
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And navigating it all with an enigmatic effervescence was Paige Davis.
—Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 20 Mar. 2025
This is the time for drinks that are as lively as the season itself, built around fresh fruit, botanical spirits, and a welcome splash of effervescence.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
On disk, the Bostonians play with maximum effervescence, but in the Adagio of the Concerto in G Cho’s attempt at otherworldly lyricism turns listless.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
In practice, this means a space inspired by designer Gio Ponti’s effervescence and a menu, from Marc Vetri protégé Adam Leonti, that runs from cacio e pepe potatoes and Calabrian tuna tartare to agnolotti with black truffle fondue.
—Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025
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Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 20 Mar. 2025
This is the time for drinks that are as lively as the season itself, built around fresh fruit, botanical spirits, and a welcome splash of effervescence.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
On disk, the Bostonians play with maximum effervescence, but in the Adagio of the Concerto in G Cho’s attempt at otherworldly lyricism turns listless.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
In practice, this means a space inspired by designer Gio Ponti’s effervescence and a menu, from Marc Vetri protégé Adam Leonti, that runs from cacio e pepe potatoes and Calabrian tuna tartare to agnolotti with black truffle fondue.
—Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for effervescence
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“Effervescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/effervescence. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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