Definitions for lively

Definitions for (adj) lively

Main entry: lively, vital, full of life

Definition: full of spirit

Usage: a dynamic full of life woman; a vital and charismatic leader; this whole lively world


Main entry: lively

Definition: filled with events or activity

Usage: a lively period in history


Main entry: lively

Definition: full of life and energy

Usage: a lively discussion; lively and attractive parents; a lively party


Main entry: bouncy, springy, live, lively, resilient

Definition: elastic; rebounds readily

Usage: clean bouncy hair; a lively tennis ball; as resilient as seasoned hickory; springy turf


Main entry: rattling, alert, spanking, snappy, zippy, brisk, merry, lively

Definition: quick and energetic

Usage: a brisk walk in the park; a lively gait; a merry chase; traveling at a rattling rate; a snappy pace; a spanking breeze


Main entry: lively, racy

Definition: full of zest or vigor

Usage: a racy literary style


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