effuse in English
- effuse⇄adj. 1. (Botany.) spread out loosely or without definite form.
Ex. effuse flowers.
2. (Zoology.) (of certain shells) having the lips separated by a gap or groove. - effuse⇄effuse, verb, -fused,-fusing,adjective.
- effuse⇄v.i. to exude.
- effuse⇄v.t. to pour out; spill; shed.
Ex. Methodists wanted to increase literacy partly for the success of the religious tracts which their printing presses effused (Harper's).
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Effuse
Part of Speech
Verb
Pronunciation
/ɪˈfjuːz/
Definitions
- To pour out or emit fluid or light.
- To express feelings in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.
- (Botany) To spread or extend widely.
Usage Examples
- As the sun set, it effused a golden light across the landscape.
- She effused her gratitude to everyone who supported her through the journey.
- The plant effuses its fragrance during the early hours of the morning.
Etymology
From Latin "effundere" (to pour out), composed of "ex-" (out) + "fundere" (to pour).
Synonyms
- Pour
- Emit
- Exude
- Discharge
- Radiate
Antonyms
- Contain
- Absorb
- Suppress
- Retain
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Exudar | /eɡzuˈðar/ |
| French | Émettre | /e.mɛtʁ/ |
| German | Ausscheiden | /ˈaʊ̯ʃaɪ̯dn̩/ |
| Hindi | निकलना | /nikalnā/ |
| Tamil | வெளிப்படுத்த | /veḷippaṭutta/ |
| Chinese | 散发 | /sànfā/ |
| Arabic | يفيض | /yafīḍ/ |
| Russian | излучать | /izluchátʹ/ |
| Japanese | 放つ | /hanatsu/ |
| Korean | 발산하다 | /balsanhada/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ɪˈfjuːz/
- American English: /ɪˈfjuːz/
Historical Usage
In older literature and poetry, "effuse" was commonly used to describe the outpouring of emotions or physical substances such as light and liquid.
Cultural Nuances
The verb "effuse" is often associated with poetic and literary expressions, symbolizing an unrestrained flow of emotion, ideas, or substances.
More Information
Although less commonly used in modern speech, "effuse" remains a powerful word in literature and descriptive writing. It evokes vivid imagery of abundance, flow, and release.