full or suggestive of life or vital energy; active, vigorous, or brisk

a lively discussion.

animated, spirited, vivacious, or sprightly

a lively tune; a lively wit.

eventful, stirring, or exciting

The opposition gave us a lively time.

bustling with activity; astir

The marketplace was lively with vendors.

strong, keen, or distinct; vivid

a lively recollection.

striking, telling, or effective, as an expression or instance.

vivid or bright, as color or light

a lively pink.

sparkling, as wines.

fresh or invigorating, as air

a lively breeze.

rebounding quickly; springing back; resilient

a lively tennis ball.

riding the sea buoyantly, as a ship.

with briskness, vigor, or animation; briskly

to step lively.

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animation , bounce , brio , dash , lan , esprit , life , pertness , sparkle , verve , vigor , vim , vivaciousness , vivacity , zip , activity , alacrity , briskness , effervescence , lilt , pep , spirit , sprightliness , tittup