lively — full of life and energy; active and outgoing
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: full of life and energy; active and outgoing
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlaɪvli/
Example Sentences
- The lively puppy knocked over three flower pots while chasing its own tail.
- Grandma is surprisingly lively for her age - she can dance better than most teenagers!
- The lively debate lasted until midnight.
lively
ADJECTIVE[/ˈlaɪvli/]
full of life and energy; active and outgoing
💡 Concept
The festival is lively with music, laughter, and movement.
🎵 Rhyme
From lonely to lovely, the lively music transforms everything!
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˈlaɪvli/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈlaɪvli/
🌳Etymology
Rootlive
Suffix--ly
🎵Rhyme
lovelylonely
lovely
lonely
🔗Collocations
lively discussion
lively atmosphere
lively music
lively conversation
lively performance
lively crowd
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“The lively puppy knocked over three flower pots while chasing its own tail.”
😄 Fun example
“Grandma is surprisingly lively for her age - she can dance better than most teenagers!”
“The lively debate lasted until midnight.”
“Children need lively activities to stay engaged.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
energeticvibrantanimatedspiriteddynamic
Antonyms
dulllifelessboring
Related
activecheerfulvigorousenthusiastic
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