lively

UK:*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈlaɪvli/US:USA pronunciation: IPA and respellingUSA pronunciation: IPA/ˈlaɪvli/ ,USA pronunciation: respelling(līvlē)

Inflections of 'lively' (adj):
livelier
adj comparative
liveliest
adj superlative

lively
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Sense: Adjective: spirited
Synonyms:
spirited, vibrant Collocations, full of life, in high spirits, animated, energetic Collocations, active Collocations, exuberant, bustling Collocations, hopping (US, informal), thriving Collocations, vivacious, busy Collocations, buzzing, sprightly, sparkling Collocations, perky Collocations, jaunty, spry, vigorous, bubbly, effervescent, bouncy, buoyant Collocations, happening Collocations (dated, slang), frisky, keen Collocations, zestful, chipper (informal), chirpy (informal), zingy (informal), rollicking
Sense: Adjective: fast
Synonyms:
fast Collocations, quick Collocations, brisk Collocations, swift Collocations, rapid, lightning Collocations, speedy, breakneck, snappy (informal), zippy (informal), nippy, peppy
Sense: Adjective: stimulating
Synonyms:
stimulating, rousing, invigorating, stirring Collocations, tantalizing, tantalising (UK), thought-provoking


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