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zippy

 

[ ˈzɪpi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

energy or speed

The term 'zippy' is often used to describe something that is lively, energetic, or full of enthusiasm. It can refer to a person who is quick in movement or responses, or it may describe an object that is designed to be fast or efficient. Commonly associated with a sense of fun or excitement, 'zippy' can also indicate a bright or vivid appearance. For example, a zippy car is one that accelerates quickly and has a sporty feel. Overall, it conveys a sense of vigor and a penchant for action.

Synonyms

energetic, lively, quick, speedy, spirited

Examples of usage

  • She has a zippy personality that lights up the room.
  • The zippy little car zoomed past us on the highway.
  • He delivered a zippy performance that kept the audience engaged.
  • The new smartphone features a zippy interface for easy navigation.

Translations

Translations of the word "zippy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rápido

🇮🇳 तेज़

🇩🇪 schnell

🇮🇩 cepat

🇺🇦 швидкий

🇵🇱 szybki

🇯🇵 速い (はやい)

🇫🇷 rapide

🇪🇸 rápido

🇹🇷 hızlı

🇰🇷 빠른 (빠른)

🇸🇦 سريع

🇨🇿 rychlý

🇸🇰 rýchly

🇨🇳 快速 (kuàisù)

🇸🇮 hiter

🇮🇸 hraður

🇰🇿 жылдам

🇬🇪 სწრაფი

🇦🇿 sürətli

🇲🇽 rápido

Word origin

The word 'zippy' first appeared in the United States in the early 1900s, derived from the informal term 'zip,' which conveys the idea of speed or lively movement. 'Zip' itself likely originates from the 19th century onomatopoeic word imitating the sound of something moving quickly or with a burst of energy. Originally, 'zippy' was used in relation to things that had an element of excitement or enthusiasm, often in a playful or humorous tone. Over time, its usage expanded to encompass a variety of contexts, from describing people with lively personalities to fast vehicles and even vibrant colors. The versatility of the term allowed it to remain in common usage, maintaining a strong association with speed and liveliness.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,257, 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.