Building Your Power of Expression

Effusive, adj.

Pronunciation: əˈfyo͞osiv

Meaning: Any time you are expressing feelings of gratitude, praise, approval, or offering compliments in a way that is unrestrained, deeply heartfelt, or over-the-top, you are being effusive.

Usage:

• She received quite an effusive welcoming upon her return.
• I couldn’t help it; I gave them effusive praise when I received the news.
• Don’t make the mistake of being effusive with the General; he won’t like it one bit.