effusion
Effusion (noun) means a sudden, uncontrolled outpouring of speech or emotion. Example: “His letter was full of effusions of gratitude.”
How to Use Effusion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn outpouring — either of emotion in speech, or of fluid escaping somewhere it shouldn't.
The medical sense (fluid in a body cavity) is common in clinical language; the emotional sense feels a bit literary or old-fashioned.
Word Forms
effusions plural
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His letter was full of _____ of gratitude.
Etymology
From Latin effusio, "a pouring out," related to effundere, "to pour forth."
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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.