Definitions for: Effervesce


[v] of liquids; "The boiling soup was frothing"



Webster (1913) Definition: Ef`fer*vesce", v. i. [imp. & p. p. Effervesced;
p. pr. & vb. n. Effervescing.] [L. effervescere; ex +
fervescere to begin boiling, incho., fr. fervere to boil. See
Fervent.]
1. To be in a state of natural ebullition; to bubble and
hiss, as fermenting liquors, or any fluid, when some part
escapes in a gaseous form.

2. To exhibit, in lively natural expression, feelings that
can not be repressed or concealed; as, to effervesce with
joy or merriment.

Synonyms: fizz, foam, froth, sparkle

See Also: bubble

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