bubbly

adjective

ˈbə-b(ə-)lē How to pronounce bubbly (audio)
Definition of bubblynext
as in joyful
joyously unrestrained offered their bubbly congratulations to the expectant parents

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Recent Examples of bubbly The difference is subtle, but the fine filter creates milk that's a bit bubblier than the ultrafine filter. — Jaina Grey, WIRED, 12 Jan. 2025 But concerts also start feeling poppier and bubblier in springtime, perhaps in anticipation of the even warmer, wilder and grander music events of festival-frenzied summertime. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 24 Mar. 2024 Nothing sounds better than having a fresh pizza straight out of the oven, with its bubbly cheese and thin, charred crust. — Scott Gilbertson gear Team, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2022 As the piece tries to unpack why the bubbly actor with a southern drawl’s social media videos filmed and posted during the pandemic garnered him millions of new followers and fans, Jordan opened up about the origins of one such video. — Abbey White, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Oct. 2022 See All Example Sentences for bubbly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bubbly
  1. joyful
  2. effervescent
  3. exuberant
  4. lively
  5. vivacious
  6. buoyant
  7. bouncy
  8. frolic
Adjective
  • Lucky Charms Rainbow Sprinkles Lucky Charms Rainbow Sprinkles cereal boasts a delicious birthday cake flavor with confetti sprinkle pieces, making every bite a joyful explosion of fun.
    — Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Alyssa describes her work as colorful and joyful, often incorporating small details that together tell a larger story.
    — Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of joyful
Adjective
  • With Trump remaining adamant on tariffs despite the three-week market rout, that glass of champagne from France might lose some of its effervescent quality and take on bitter notes.
    — Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Previously, gummy vitamins dominated the brand’s focus due to the product’s high sales, but the ONS analysis uncovered the superior profitability and faster velocity of effervescent tablets.
    — Aziz Jafri, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of effervescent
Adjective
  • The Motifs The Flora scarf, one of Gucci’s most iconic designs, was created in 1966 when Princess Grace of Monaco put in a request for a colorful and exuberant design and Rodolfo Gucci, son of founder Guccio Gucci, asked Accornero to assist.
    — Luisa Zargani, WWD, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The reversal comes amid a broader market pullback that has been fueled by concerns over U.S. tariff plans, AI spending and exuberant tech valuations.
    — Pia Singh, CNBC, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of exuberant
Adjective
  • The popularity of this area is booming, with creatives and entrepreneurs enjoying the proximity to both nature and a lively community.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Located in the lively South Lamar enclave, Zilker Studios also showcases its designer’s flair for space efficiency.
    — Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of lively
Adjective
  • Born with the sun and Venus in this vivacious Fire sign, her music is inspiring and captivating, more than often challenging listeners and fellow musicians of the same genre.
    — Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
  • Bianca Del Rio: The vivacious drag queen reigned as the celebrity monarch of Orpheus.
    — Carlie Kollath Wells, Axios, 4 Mar. 2025
Definition of vivacious
Adjective
  • All the actors are on the same page, equally at home with Chekhov’s realism and buoyant theatricality.
    — Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Overall, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is a very good role-playing game and one that not only is a proud addition to the Xeno series but also adds another great game to the library of the already buoyant Switch.
    — Ollie Barder, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of buoyant
Adjective
  • Because of the coils, the bed is bouncier than other options and lacks motion isolation.
    — Molly Higgins, WIRED, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Led by the acclaimed Miracle Broth formula, plus a host of botanical oils and extracts, this elixir sinks right into skin for a firmer, bouncier complexion.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2025
Definition of bouncy
Adjective
  • Pods of porpoises frolic, and a playful minke whale shimmers in the afternoon sun.
    — CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2024
  • Parent heaven: a place to hang out under shade trees while the little ones frolic.
    — Sarah Shemkus, BostonGlobe.com, 21 June 2023
Definition of frolic

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