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View usage for: (spraɪtli) Word forms: comparative sprightlier, superlative sprightliestadjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]A sprightly person, especially an old person, is lively and active. ...the sprightly 85-year-old President. Synonyms: lively, spirited, active, energetic More Synonyms of sprightly sprightly in British English (ˈspraɪtlɪ) adjectiveWord forms: -lier or -liest1. full of vitality; lively adverb2. obsolete in a lively manner Derived forms sprightliness (ˈsprightliness) noun Word origin C16: from spright, variant of sprite + -ly1sprightly in American English (ˈspraɪtli) adjectiveWord forms: ˈsprightlier or ˈsprightliest1. full of energy and spirit; lively, brisk, etc. adverbWord forms: ˈsprightlier or ˈsprightliest SIMILAR WORDS: ˈagile, ˈlively Derived forms sprightliness (ˈsprightliness) noun Word origin < spright, var. of sprite + -ly 1Examples of 'sprightly' in a sentencesprightly Definition lively and active the sprightly 85-year-old president Synonyms bright-eyed and bushy-tailed Opposites dull , sluggish , inactive , lethargic , sedentary , torpid , unenergetic Additional synonymsDefinition busy and energetic the tragedy of an active mind trapped by failing physical health Synonyms energetic, strong, spirited, quick, vital, alert, dynamic, lively, vigorous, potent, animated, vibrant, forceful, nimble, diligent, industrious, sprightly, vivacious, on the go (informal), alive and kicking, spry, full of beans (informal), bright-eyed and bushy-tailed (informal) Definition quick in movement He is not as strong and agile as he was at 20. Synonyms nimble, active, quick, lively, swift, brisk, supple, sprightly, lithe, limber, spry, lissom(e) Definition interesting and lively Everyone became more animated. Synonyms lively, spirited, quick, excited, active, vital, dynamic, enthusiastic, passionate, vivid, vigorous, energetic, vibrant, brisk, buoyant, ardent, airy, fervent, zealous, elated, ebullient, sparky, sprightly, vivacious, gay (old-fashioned), alive and kicking, full of beans (informal), zestful - spread something out
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Additional synonymsDefinition lively and quick The horse broke into a brisk trot. Synonyms quick, lively, energetic, active, vigorous, animated, bustling, speedy, nimble, agile, sprightly, vivacious, spryDefinition having or showing energy and enthusiasm Two-year-olds can be incredibly energetic. Synonyms lively, spirited, active, dynamic, vigorous, animated, brisk, tireless, bouncy, indefatigable, alive and kicking, zippy (informal), full of beans (informal), bright-eyed and bushy-tailed (informal) Definition carefree and merry I am in good health, gay and cheerful. Synonyms cheerful, happy, bright, glad, lively, sparkling, sunny, jolly, animated, merry, upbeat (informal), buoyant, cheery, joyous, joyful, carefree, jaunty, chirpy (informal), vivacious, jovial, gleeful, debonair, blithe, insouciant, full of beans (informal), light-heartedDefinition cheerful and energetic The novel is altogether jauntier than these quotations imply. Synonyms sprightly, buoyant, carefree, high-spirited, gay (old-fashioned), lively, airy, breezy, perky, sparky, self-confidentDefinition agile and quick in movement Lily, who was light and nimble on her feet, was learning to tap-dance. Synonyms agile, active, lively, deft, proficient, sprightly, nippy (British, informal), spry, dexterousDefinition confident or spirited Graham was looking as perky as ever. Synonyms lively, spirited, bright, sunny, cheerful, animated, upbeat (informal), buoyant, bubbly, cheery, bouncy, genial, jaunty, chirpy (informal), sprightly, vivacious, in fine fettle, full of beans (informal), gay (old-fashioned), bright-eyed and bushy-tailed (informal) Definition showing liveliness or courage He wanted merely to provoke a spirited debate. Synonyms lively, vigorous, energetic, animated, game, active, bold, sparkling, have-a-go (informal), courageous, ardent, feisty (informal), plucky, high-spirited, sprightly, vivacious, spunky (informal), mettlesome, (as) game as Ned Kelly (Australian, slang) Definition active and lively a spry old lady Synonyms active, sprightly, lively, quick, brisk, supple, nimble, agile, nippy (British, informal) Definition full of energy and enthusiasm a beautiful, vivacious and charming young woman Synonyms lively, spirited, vital, gay (old-fashioned), bubbling, sparkling, cheerful, jolly, animated, merry, upbeat (informal), high-spirited, ebullient, chirpy (informal), sparky, scintillating, sprightly, effervescent, full of life, full of beans (informal), frolicsome, sportive, light-hearted |