effusion
2 antonyms for effusion — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — A sudden, uncontrolled outpouring of speech or emotion.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A sudden, uncontrolled outpouring of speech or emotion.
“The housekeeper, a very decorative brunette of thirty-five with a pseudo-English accent, greeted him with a mixture of grateful effusion and condescending patronage.”
2. noun
A liquid that has leaked or seeped out, or the act of it doing so; in medicine, fluid that has escaped into a body cavity.
“Doctors drained the effusion that had built up around his knee.”
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Etymology
From Latin effusio, "a pouring out," related to effundere, "to pour forth."
Full origin of effusion →Frequently asked questions
What does “effusion” mean?
The word “effusion” means a sudden, uncontrolled outpouring of speech or emotion. In plain terms, an outpouring — either of emotion in speech, or of fluid escaping somewhere it shouldn't.
How do you use “effusion” in a sentence?
Here is “effusion” used in a sentence: “His letter was full of effusions of gratitude.”
What part of speech is “effusion”?
“Effusion” is a noun.
Where does the word “effusion” come from?
The word “effusion” comes from Latin. From Latin effusio, "a pouring out," related to effundere, "to pour forth.".
How many meanings does “effusion” have?
“Effusion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sudden, uncontrolled outpouring of speech or emotion.
