lively
pronunciation
How to pronounce lively in British English:
UK [ˈlaɪvli]
How to pronounce lively in American English:
US [ˈlaɪvli]
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- Adjective:
- full of life and energy
- full of zest or vigor
- quick and energetic
- rebounds readily
- filled with events or activity
- full of spirit
- characterized by energetic activity
Word Origin
- lively (adj.)
- Old English liflic "living, existing," literally "life-like;" from life + -ly (2). Sense of "active, energetic" developed by early 13c., from notion "full of life."
Example
- 1. They show him in lively conversation with haider at some kind of party .
- 2. Even so , this is a lively and perceptive analysis of mexican society .
- 3. The opposition speaker made a lively speech , lacing into the government for its recent inaction .
- 4. Again pick colors that suit you best and bring out lively tones in your color skin and hair .
- 5. The conversation is lively , even heated at times .