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lively

1 of 1adjective
/ˈlaɪv.li/
Forms:livelier,liveliest
1

(of a person) very energetic and outgoing

B2
  • She is always lively, bringing energy and excitement to any gathering.
  • The lively child ran around the playground, laughing and playing with friends.
  • He's known for his lively personality, always the center of attention at social events.
  • Despite her age, she remains lively and active, participating in various hobbies and sports.
Synonyms:
vital
2

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

  • She loved the lively atmosphere at the outdoor market.
  • The café was always lively, filled with people chatting and laughing.
  • They enjoyed spending time in the lively city center with its shops and restaurants.
  • The beach was lively during the summer, with families and tourists everywhere.
  • The children's laughter filled the air, making the park feel lively.
Antonyms:
dull
3

able to rebound readily

  • The lively ball bounced high across the floor.
  • She admired the lively texture of the fabric.
  • The mattress felt lively and supportive.
  • Lively rubber bands returned quickly to their shape.
  • The trampoline provided a lively bounce.
Synonyms:
livespringybouncyresilient
4

(of music, movement, etc.) quick, spirited, and exciting

  • The band played a lively tune.
  • The dancers performed a lively routine.
  • Lively rhythms filled the ballroom.
  • The performance had a lively tempo throughout.
  • Children clapped to the lively song.
Synonyms:
briskalertrattlingmerryzippyspankingsnappy
5

characterized by frequent events or activity

  • The newsroom was lively with breaking stories.
  • The office became lively during project deadlines.
  • The festival grounds were lively all weekend.
  • The conference schedule was lively and full.
  • A lively discussion kept the meeting on track.
6

(of colors) vivid, energetic, and vibrant

  • The room was decorated in lively shades of yellow and green, creating a cheerful atmosphere.
  • Her dress was a lively shade of red, making her stand out in the crowd.
  • The artist used lively colors to bring the landscape to life.
  • A lively blue was painted on the walls, adding a sense of freshness and energy to the space.
  • The lively pink flowers in the garden brightened up the entire yard.
Synonyms:
freshbrilliantstartlingluminousbrightvividfluorescentclearglowingvibrant