effude

/ɪˈfjuːz/

Definitions

1. verb

to express or give out a feeling or emotion freely and openly

“She effused warmth and hospitality to her guests.”

2. noun

a feeling or emotion expressed freely and openly

“Her effuse of joy was contagious.”

3. noun

a flow or emission of a substance

“The tree’s effuse of sap was visible on its trunk.”

Synonyms

  • gush
  • outpour
  • overflow

Antonyms

  • restrain
  • suppress