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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But her natural effervescence is largely wasted by an execution that’s so painfully superficial the show feels like a parody of itself.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2025
Now, luxury fragrance houses are taking inspiration from the iconic G&T to craft scents that evoke that same crisp effervescence, and, just like the cocktail, these fragrances are an easy order.
—Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
The actor, who’s got an undeniable effervescence even on a Zoom call at the crack of dawn, can’t wait to lead the franchise.
—Katcy Stephan, Variety, 12 May 2025
Their seltzer is the punk band of effervescence—a Clash album played on a turntable with deluxe Wharfedale W90 speakers.
—Liza Weisstuch, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 June 2025
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Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2025
Now, luxury fragrance houses are taking inspiration from the iconic G&T to craft scents that evoke that same crisp effervescence, and, just like the cocktail, these fragrances are an easy order.
—Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
The actor, who’s got an undeniable effervescence even on a Zoom call at the crack of dawn, can’t wait to lead the franchise.
—Katcy Stephan, Variety, 12 May 2025
Their seltzer is the punk band of effervescence—a Clash album played on a turntable with deluxe Wharfedale W90 speakers.
—Liza Weisstuch, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 June 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 19 Jul. 2025.
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