Lively meaning

What does “lively” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“lively” is an adjective with 6 meanings. Its most common meaning is: full of life and energy.

lively

full of life and energy
“a lively discussion”
“lively and attractive parents”
Oppositesdull
full of zest or vigor
“a racy literary style”
Synonymsracy
quick and energetic
“a brisk walk in the park”
“a lively gait”
Synonymsalert brisk merry rattling snappy spanking zippy
elastic; rebounds readily
“clean bouncy hair”
“a lively tennis ball”
Synonymsbouncy live resilient springy
filled with events or activity
“a lively period in history”
full of spirit; full of life
“a dynamic full of life woman”
“a vital and charismatic leader”
Synonymsvital

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University