vivacity

noun

vi·​vac·​i·​ty və-ˈva-sə-tē How to pronounce vivacity (audio)
 also  vī-
: the quality or state of being vivacious

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vivacity was in the 15th century

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“Vivacity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vivacity. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

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vivacity

noun
vi·​vac·​i·​ty və-ˈvas-ət-ē How to pronounce vivacity (audio)
 also  vī-
: the quality or state of being vivacious

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