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- Dictionarylively/ˈlʌɪvli/
adjective
- 1. full of life and energy; active and outgoing: "a lively and uninhibited girl" Similar Opposite
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LIVELY definition: 1. full of energy and enthusiasm; interesting and exciting : 2. (of colours) bright and strong…. Learn more.
1. : briskly alert and energetic : vigorous, animated. a lively discussion. lively children racing for home. 2. : active, intense. takes a lively interest in politics. 3. : full of life, movement, or incident.
Lively means "active, spirited, and energetic." Lively is an adjective derived from the noun "life," and it basically means "full of life." A lively party is exciting and entertaining. A lively person has an energetic personality, is always on alert, and prefers being active as opposed to just hanging around.
Lively definition: full or suggestive of life or vital energy; active, vigorous, or brisk. See examples of LIVELY used in a sentence.
You can describe someone as lively when they behave in an enthusiastic and cheerful way. She has a lively personality. American English : lively / ˈlaɪvli /
1. a. Full of energy or alertness; vigorous or animated: a lively baby; lively eyes. b. Characterized by much activity or excitement: "You would have ... indulged in the rides, games and fast food on the lively boardwalks" (Sarah Milstein). See Synonyms at active. 2. a. Quick-paced: a lively tune. b. Full of flavor or spice: a lively sauce.
Definition of lively adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.