EXUBERANCES Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

exuberance

noun

ig-ˈzü-b(ə-)rən(t)s

Definition of exuberance

as in vigorousness

the quality or state of having abundant or intense activity the exuberance of the housing market was an encouraging economic indicator

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Recent Examples of exuberance And in a place where celebrity passersby and visiting monarchs typically get the same collective shrug, a certain exuberance appeared. — ABC News, 2 July 2026 Cabana has built an entire universe around pattern, color, and decorative exuberance, and this marbled wastebasket fits perfectly within that world. — Jaha Nailah Avery, Architectural Digest, 15 June 2026 The Slovenian is a rider in his prime, whose sole previous weaknesses — the heat and a touch of youthful tactical exuberance — have been virtually eradicated from his performances. — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 1 July 2026 The 13-track record chronicles the lifespan of a relationship, from the exuberance of initial infatuation to the whiplash of begging for affection from a partner that was once so easily enamored. — Chelsey Sanchez, CNN Money, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for exuberance

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Noun

Without stricter coordination, brightness limits, debris controls, disposal rules, and international capacity planning, the next space race could damage the orbital lanes on which modern life now depends.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026
The high ranking was thanks to the beach's deep blue water, unique golden sand, and low levels of visible concrete development, receiving an especially high score for its sand brightness.

— Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026

Definition of brightness

Noun

Despite the crypto down market, Securitize is riding a wave of enthusiasm for tokenization as Wall Street increasingly experiments with blockchains.

— Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 2 July 2026
Neon wisely positioned itself as the exact right home for that enthusiasm with an inventive promotional tour that included, among other stops, a free gas giveaway.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 2026

Definition of enthusiasm

Noun

How is one not enamored of the Dutch fans’ togetherness and cheerfulness, or the costumes and smiles of the Japanese fans?

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026
Finns may not be known for demonstrative cheerfulness, nor necessarily for being makers of excessively happy music.

— Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2026

Definition of cheerfulness

Noun

Paine rightly saw that a critical determinant for the success of our new nation and the vitality of its democracy was sustained, active citizen participation in political and social affairs.

— Michael Posner, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
But the everyday diminishment of vitality, mobility and equanimity defined life in 1776.

— Katherine Ott, The Conversation, 2 July 2026

Definition of vitality

Noun

Over the summer, Lawrence, like other college cities, switches from the liveliness of young students to the day-to-day of residents who have made a life there.

— PJ Green June 13, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Many of the streets seem narrower than those in Forza Horizon 6‘s Tokyo, and have some more traffic, too, which helps contribute a sense of scale and liveliness to the world.

— Adam Ismail, The Drive, 11 June 2026

Definition of liveliness

Noun

Since former President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth Independence Day Act in 2021, the federal holiday has been celebrated with vibrance and passion.

— Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Atlanta’s rich coffee scene owes its vibrance to its strong local focus, with cafes and roasters reflecting and shaping neighborhood identity.

— Christopher Hassiotis, AJC.com, 18 June 2026

Definition of vibrance

Noun

Now animation is in control over the Fourth of July long weekend, but with an asterisk.

— Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 4 July 2026
Pélisson previously told Variety that animation and co-productions have become key drivers of French content’s appeal abroad, reflecting the sector’s ability to travel across borders and reach a wide range of audiences.

— Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 3 July 2026

Definition of animation

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