Meaning & use

vivacious

adjective·Advanced

Full of energy, enthusiasm, and high spirits, especially in a lively, attractive way.

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The vivacious host kept the party lively with jokes and stories all evening.

Even at eighty, she remained a vivacious speaker who filled the room with energy.

A note on using this word

Usually describes a person's personality or manner, not objects or events.

Words with a similar meaning

livelyspirited

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