单词 | lively |
释义 | lively —livelily, adv. —liveliness, n. /luyv"lee/, adj., livelier, liveliest, adv. adj. 1. full or suggestive of life or vital energy; active, vigorous, or brisk: a lively discussion. 2. animated, spirited, vivacious, or sprightly: a lively tune; a lively wit. 3. eventful, stirring, or exciting: The opposition gave us a lively time. 4. bustling with activity; astir: The marketplace was lively with vendors. 5. strong, keen, or distinct; vivid: a lively recollection. 6. striking, telling, or effective, as an expression or instance. 7. vivid or bright, as color or light: a lively pink. 8. sparkling, as wines. 9. fresh or invigorating, as air: a lively breeze. 10. rebounding quickly; springing back; resilient: a lively tennis ball. 11. riding the sea buoyantly, as a ship. adv. 12. with briskness, vigor, or animation; briskly: to step lively. [bef. 1000; ME; OE liflic vital. See LIFE, -LY] Syn. 1. alert, spry, nimble, agile, quick, pert. 2. gay, buoyant. 5. forceful, clear. 7. brilliant, clear, glowing. Ant. 1. inactive, torpid. 2. dull. 5. weak. 7. dim. |
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