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lively

/'l/aI/vl/i/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

  1. full of life and energy

    adj.all

    Examples
    A lively discussion.
    Lively and attractive parents.
    A lively party.
    Antonyms dull

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. Endowed with or manifesting life; living.

    adjective

    Source: webster1913

adverb

  1. In a brisk, active, or animated manner; briskly; vigorously.

    adverb

    Source: webster1913

adjective satellite

  1. full of zest or vigor

    adj.all

    Synonyms racy

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. quick and energetic

    adj.all

    Examples
    A lively gait.
    Synonyms alert brisk merry rattling snappy spanking zippy

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  3. elastic; rebounds readily

    adj.all

    Examples
    A lively tennis ball.
    Synonyms bouncy live resilient springy

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  4. filled with events or activity

    adj.all

    Examples
    A lively period in history.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  5. full of spirit

    adj.all

    Examples
    This whole lively world.
    Synonyms full of life vital

    Source: WordNet 3.0

Nearby words

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