Effusion (en. Effusion)

/e.fy.zjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Flowing or spilling of a liquid.
Bloodshed must be avoided in the case of a serious injury.
L'effusion de sang doit être évitée en cas de blessure grave.
Excessive and impassioned expression of feelings or emotions.
His speech was filled with emotional outbursts.
Son discours était rempli d'effusions émotionnelles.
State of that which is spread, dispersed.
The heat outpouring in the room was palpable.
L'effusion de chaleur dans la pièce était palpable.

Etymology

From the Latin 'effusio', derived from 'effundere', meaning 'to pour out, to spill'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

outpouring of the heart
Authentic and intense expression of emotions, often shared in an intimate context.
effusion de cœur
bloodshed
Blood delegation, often related to an injury.
effusion de sang
heat dissipation
Dissipation or transmission of heat into the environment.
effusion de chaleur

Related Words

effusive
Who manifests emotions excessively.
effusif
eruptive
Describes a behavior or speech that is tumultuous or contradictory.
déruptif
analysis
Careful examination or evaluation of a subject.
analyse

Slang Meanings

The act of expressing feelings in a vulgar or excessive manner.
He keeps having outbursts in front of everyone, it’s embarrassing.
Il n'arrête pas d'avoir des effusions devant tout le monde, c'est gênant.
A speech that lacks sincerity, considered overly theatrical.
This movie was full of outpourings, but really not credible.
Ce film était plein d'effusions, mais vraiment pas crédible.