Foundation level · Year 4 · free
lively
adjective · Say it: LYV-lee
What it means
Foundationfull of energy and fun
The lively puppy chased its tail round and round the garden.
Similar and opposite words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- bouncy
- cheerful
- energetic
- spirited
Antonyms (opposite meaning)
- dull
- lifeless
- quiet
More examples
- Our class had a lively discussion about the best kind of pizza.
Where the word comes from
From Old English 'liflic', meaning living.
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