exuberant

/ɪɡˈzjuːb(ə)r(ə)nt/adjective

Overflowing with cheerful energy and enthusiasm.

Example sentence

“The puppy gave everyone an exuberant welcome at the door.”

Describes energy that spills over visibly: an exuberant greeting, an exuberant puppy. Warmer than 'enthusiastic', which can be quiet.

Featured as word of the day on June 3, 2026.

Related words

exudeTo let a liquid seep out slowly through pores or small openings; to give something off.extravagantGoing far beyond reasonable limits; wildly excessive or unrestrained.fabricateTo build something by joining its parts together; to construct or manufacture.extractA passage copied from a book or document and used within another piece of writing; a quotation.fabulousConnected with fables, myths, or legend.extolTo praise someone or something with great enthusiasm.