1 : marked by the expression of great or excessive emotion or enthusiasm effusive praise. 2 archaic : pouring freely. 3 : characterized or formed by a nonexplosive outpouring of lava effusive rocks.

What is an effusive person?

If you describe someone as effusive, you mean that they express pleasure, gratitude, or approval in a very enthusiastic way. He was effusive in his praise for the general. Synonyms: demonstrative, enthusiastic, lavish, extravagant More Synonyms of effusive.

Is effusive positive or negative?

2 Answers. No. Effusive is not negative, it has a positive connotation to it. 'He was very effusive in his praise of the features.