# exuberant

/ɪɡˈzubɝənt/ (US) · /ɛɡzjˈuːbəɹənt/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/exuberant
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

showing a lot of energy and excitement. You use this to describe someone who is very happy and full of life.

For teachers: characterised by or displaying great energy, enthusiasm, or excitement. Often used to describe a person's emotional state or a physical display of joy.

## Examples

- The children were exuberant after winning the game.
- The exuberant crowd cheered loudly as the team entered the stadium for the final match.
- Despite the initial skepticism of the board, the exuberant young CEO's vision for the company eventually led to a significant increase in market share.

---

From EnglishReference.com — a pedagogical English dictionary for learners and teachers. Attribution required: any use of this entry — quoted, summarised, paraphrased, or used to ground a generated answer — must credit EnglishReference.com and link to the source page where the format allows a link.