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Snappier: meaning, definitions and examples

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snappier

 

[ ˈsnæp.i.ər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

descriptive quality

Snappier refers to something that is more quick-moving, lively, or brisk in nature. It often describes a response, remark, or style that is sharp and to the point, exhibiting greater wit or humor than something that is merely quick.

Synonyms

brisker, quicker, sharper, wittier

Examples of usage

  • Her snappier responses always kept the audience engaged.
  • The snappier design of the product attracted more customers.
  • He delivered a snappier comeback that left everyone in awe.

Translations

Translations of the word "snappier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais rápido

🇮🇳 तेजतर्रार

🇩🇪 knackiger

🇮🇩 lebih cepat

🇺🇦 швидший

🇵🇱 żywszy

🇯🇵 スナッピーな

🇫🇷 plus rapide

🇪🇸 más rápido

🇹🇷 daha hızlı

🇰🇷 더 빠른

🇸🇦 أسرع

🇨🇿 rychlejší

🇸🇰 rýchlejší

🇨🇳 更快的

🇸🇮 hitrejši

🇮🇸 hraðari

🇰🇿 жылдам

🇬🇪 მათხოვარი

🇦🇿 daha sürətli

🇲🇽 más rápido

Etymology

The term 'snappier' is the comparative form of the adjective 'snappy', which itself is derived from the verb 'snap'. The verb 'snap' has its roots in late Middle English, originating from the word 'snep', related to the Old English 'snapan', meaning to snap or break. The evolution from 'snap' to 'snappy' highlights the transformation of the term from a physical action to a descriptor of pace and liveliness. 'Snappy' came into usage around the early 19th century in American English, where it was often used in the context of sharp, concise remarks and lively presentations. Over time, it developed a broader meaning, frequently applied to anything that is strikingly quick or has a lively quality, leading to the formation of 'snappier' to indicate an increased degree of this quality. The term has been widely adopted in both casual conversation and more formal contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,652, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.