Meaning & use

bubbling

adjective·Everyday

Forming or rising in bubbles, or, figuratively, full of lively energy and barely contained excitement.

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The bubbling stew filled the kitchen with a rich, spicy aroma before dinner.

She arrived at the party bubbling with excitement about her recent job offer.

A note on using this word

Bubbling with is a common collocation used figuratively for strong positive emotion, such as bubbling with enthusiasm or bubbling with joy.

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