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effusively
This adverb describes an expression of emotion that is unrestrained, heartfelt, and often excessive. It carries a connotation of overflowing warmth or enthusiasm, suggesting a lack of emotional inhibition. While often positive, such as in a glowing tribute, it can occasionally imply a lack of tact or an overwhelming intensity that makes the recipient uncomfortable.
In terms of register, it is more formal than words like "gushingly" or "enthusiastically." It is frequently used in literary contexts or formal descriptions of social behavior to highlight a specific type of exuberant communication that borders on the theatrical.
Meanings
Examples
She thanked the donors effusively for their generous contributions.
He praised the new intern effusively during the morning meeting.
I cannot believe how effusively they welcomed me back to the city.
The critic wrote effusively about the lead actress's performance.
Why is he acting so effusively toward the boss all of a sudden?
She apologized effusively for the mistake she made on the report.
The host greeted every guest effusively at the door.
Collocations & Compounds
praise effusively
Verb collocation: to express strong and excessive approval or admiration
thank effusively
Verb collocation: to express gratitude in an unrestrained or overflowing manner
greet effusively
Verb collocation: to welcome someone with excessive warmth or enthusiasm
write effusively
Verb collocation: to write with an outpouring of emotion or excessive praise