Bubbly Meaning
/ˈbʌbli/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjFull of bubbles.
adjCheerful, lively.
Sentence Examples
But when I tried to turn the shower faucet, this black bubbly liquid came out.
I want champagne, and make sure its super bubbly.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Her cheerful laugh and bright eyes made her seem so ____ that everyone enjoyed being with her.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She has a very ____ personality and is always smiling at everyone city.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English bubble Proto-Indo-European *-kos Proto-Germanic *-gaz Proto-West Germanic *-g Old English -iġ Middle English -y English -y English bubbly From bubble + -y.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"“Our priority is to make relationships with people,” says Mariana Gomes, a bubbly social worker who methodically jots down whom she meets and what they need in a giant binder."
— 2024 July 12, Dominique Soguel, “How Portugal became a world leader in fighting drug addiction”, in The Christian Science Monitor:
"Outgoing and bubbly, she quickly made friends in her new town."
— 2025 January 15, Kashmir Hill, “She Is in Love With ChatGPT”, in The New York Times, →ISSN:
"China’s economy is too bubbly and will soon slow down."
— 2011 July 2, Iana Dreyer, “China’s coming era of slower growth: Are western economies prepared?”, in East Asia Forum:
"“[…] Maybe some bubbly for the ladies, since we just bought the house of life, and break camp . . . since they are very appreciative that things got wrapped up so fast.”"
— 2007, L. A. Banks, The Cursed, St. Martin's Griffin, →ISBN:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Her cheerful laugh and bright eyes made her seem so ____ that everyone enjoyed being with her.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She has a very ____ personality and is always smiling at everyone city.