Sprightly: meaning, definitions and examples

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sprightly

 

[ หˆspraษชtli ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing a person

Sprightly refers to someone who is full of energy and lively in appearance or behavior. It is often used to describe older individuals who maintain a youthful spirit and enthusiasm. Despite their age, a sprightly person remains active and cheerful, often engaging in social activities and hobbies. The term conveys a sense of vigor and brightness, contrasting with notions of frailty that can accompany aging.

Synonyms

animated, energetic, lively, vivacious

Examples of usage

  • She danced with a sprightly step at the family gathering.
  • The sprightly old man surprised everyone with his running ability.
  • They have a sprightly conversation that brightens the room.
  • Her sprightly laugh was infectious at the party.

Translations

Translations of the word "sprightly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vivaz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเค‚เคšเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช lebhaft

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ceria

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะฐะดัŒะพั€ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ radosny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ…ƒๆฐ—ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉveillรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vivaz

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท neลŸeli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ™œ๊ธฐ์ฐฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุนู… ุจุงู„ุญูŠูˆูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลพivรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลพivรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆดปๆณผ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพivahen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lifandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ั‹ะทั‹า›ั‚ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฎแƒ˜แƒแƒ แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ canlฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vivaz

Etymology

The word 'sprightly' has its origins in the late Middle English, deriving from the word 'spright,' which meant 'spirit' or 'fairy.' The term suggests a lively or energetic quality associated with these mythical beings. By the 14th century, 'sprightly' evolved to embody qualities of liveliness and vigor, especially in people, often highlighting a certain buoyancy related to youth or energy that transcends age. Over the centuries, 'sprightly' became a common descriptor for those who embody enthusiasm and joy, regardless of their years. The usage of the word is often positive, as it invokes a sense of brightness and cheerfulness that enriches social interactions and community engagements.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,378, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.