Originally (of a place or time): full of activity; busy. In later use (of trade): brisk. Obsolete.

Of a time or place: full of business or activity.

Characterized by or full of stir or activity.

Of places: full of life or activity.

Filled with activity, interest, or excitement. Of an environment or place: busy, active.

Somewhat busy; quite busy.

colloquial (originally U.S.). Lively, exciting; busy, popular.

Animated, agitated, bustling, full of variety; (spec. of music) lively.

figurative. Of a place, atmosphere, etc.: characterized by activity or excitement; lively.