Synonyms: pertness
Definition: quality of being lively and confident
Usage: there was a pertness about her that attracted him
Similar words: life, liveliness, spirit, sprightliness
Definition: animation and energy in action or expression
Usage: it was a heavy play and the actors tried in vain to give life to it
Synonyms: sauciness, archness, impertinence, perkiness, pertness
Definition: inappropriate playfulness
Similar words: fun, playfulness
Definition: a disposition to find (or make) causes for amusement
Usage: her playfulness surprised me; he was fun to be with