exuberance

[ ig-zoo-ber-uhns ]

noun

1. Also exuberancy. the state of being exuberant.
2. an instance of this:

   His pranks are youthful exuberances.

Other Words From

• non·ex·u·ber·ance noun
• non·ex·u·ber·an·cy noun
• o·ver·ex·u·ber·ance noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of exuberance¹

From the Latin word exūberantia, dating back to 1630–40. See exuberant, -ance

Example Sentences

The Beatles' youthful exuberance was central to their success, chiming with the legions of British teenagers that had begun to follow them.

From BBC

TV on the Radio’s 2004 debut mapped the bewildering psychic landscape of a post-9/11 America, so it’s fitting that the band chose this moment of exuberance and fear to make its return.

From Los Angeles Times

"I love this continent. I spent many a year looking around exploring it and just really thrilled to have the reception and exuberance and the energy that will be in this room tonight," he said.

From BBC

Author Mike Allen writes, "the memo reflects the exuberance that Trump staffers and allies exude in interviews and behind-the-scenes conversations."

From Salon

His exuberance about movies both big and small, foreign and domestic, is evident when you watch YouTube videos of him geeking out in the Criterion Closet or in Paris’ Video Club.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• ardor
• buoyancy
• eagerness
• ebullience
• excitement
• exhilaration
• fervor
• high spirits
• spirit
• vigor
• vitality
• zest