Better Quote by Gustave Flaubert
“Exuberance is better than taste.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Sentimental Education, Gustave Flaubert, 1869
Passionate enthusiasm often outweighs refined judgment; raw energy can be more valuable than subtle taste.
In simple terms: Enthusiasm beats subtlety.
Key Takeaway
Embrace passion over perfection.
Themes
emotion
taste
passion
culture
artistry
Mood
enthusiastic
philosophical
Type
cultural
artistic
When to use this quote
- creative work
- social events
- personal relationships
- marketing campaigns
Key Concepts
exuberance
aesthetic judgment
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- When is passion more useful than restraint?
- How can you balance excitement with discernment?
A Different Perspective
Excessive exuberance may lead to poor decisions.
