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单词 sprightly
释义 spright·ly
I. \ˈsprītlē, -li\ adjective
(-er/-est)
Etymology: spright + -ly
1. : marked by a gay lightness and vivacity (as of movement or manner) : spirited
 < a short sprightly dance >
 < a sprightly young girl >
 < a sprightly air >
 < a sprightly style >
 < gradually through the afternoon her step had become less sprightly — Douglass Wallop >
 < readers prefer sprightly trash to dull excellence — H.S.Canby >
2. : having a distinctively piquant taste
 < citrus fruits with a sprightly blending of tartness and sweetness >
Synonyms: see lively
II. adverb
: in a sprightly manner : sprightlily
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