gushing

/ˈgʌʃɪŋ/
/ˈgʌʃɪŋ/
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Definitions of gushing
  1. adjective
    flowing profusely
    “a gushing hydrant”
    synonyms: pouring
    running
    (of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream
  2. adjective
    uttered with unrestrained enthusiasm
    synonyms: burbling, burbly, effusive
    lively
    full of life and energy
  3. adjective
    extravagantly demonstrative
    synonyms: effusive, gushy
    demonstrative
    given to or marked by the open expression of emotion
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