lively
adjective
1. full of life and energy
- a lively discussion
- lively and attractive parents
- a lively party
Similar word(s): alert, watchful, alive, animated, alive, bouncing, bouncy, peppy, spirited, zippy, breezy, bubbly, bubbling, effervescent, scintillating, sparkly, burbling, burbly, effusive, gushing, live, warm, energetic, spirited, rested
2. full of zest or vigor
Similar word(s): spirited, racy
3. quick and energetic
- a lively gait
Similar word(s): energetic, alert, brisk, merry, rattling, snappy, spanking, zippy
4. elastic; rebounds readily
- a lively tennis ball
Similar word(s): elastic, bouncy, live, resilient, springy
5. filled with events or activity
- a lively period in history
Similar word(s): eventful
6. full of spirit; full of life
- this whole lively world
adverb
1. (obsolete) In a lifelike manner.
2. Vibrantly, vividly.
noun
1. (nautical) Term of address.