sprightful

adjective

Definition of sprightfulnext
as in sprightly

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  1. sprightly
  2. vital
  3. powerful
  4. vivacious
  5. energetic
  6. spirited
  7. animated
  8. tough
Adjective
  • For the track, Kendrick jumping jacks over a track that turns a Debbie Deb classic into a sprightly hyphy anthem.
    Peter A. Berry, Variety, 24 Nov. 2024
  • In this sprightly sequel to the 2018 hit, Harrelson has a blast as a deranged killer who is transformed into the monstrous Carnage, a symbiote as powerful as Venom.
    Tim Grierson, Vulture, 14 July 2024
Definition of sprightly
Adjective
  • These successes illustrate that diversity of thought is vital for advancing AI and addressing universal challenges from new angles.
    Gyehyon Andrea Jo, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Stolarz has been vital to the Leafs’ 17-9-2 record so far this season.
    Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of vital
Adjective
  • Beyond its retail arm, Amazon has also become a powerful enabler for individuals and businesses through its storefront model.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
  • With the Houston Astros looking to create payroll space and already receiving trade inquiries, Tucker is the type of powerful left-handed hitter who could completely alter the dynamic of the Cubs’ lineup.
    Sahadev Sharma, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of powerful
Adjective
  • Flintlock: Siege of Dawn is even more accessible: quippy and vivacious, pairing magic with a steampunk aesthetic and a series of arresting, earthy locales.
    Lewis Gordon, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Silverman, an elderly and vivacious former Radio City ballerina, lived alone after the death of her banker husband.
    CNN.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
Definition of vivacious
Adjective
  • This adaptation is especially significant given the energetic limitations of the deep sea; by luring prey rather than actively hunting, the anglerfish minimizes energy expenditure—a critical advantage in a resource-scarce ecosystem.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Bleachers, the energetic pop band led by Taylor Swift producer Jack Antonoff, played Connecticut a few months ago at the Soundside Festival in Bridgeport, joining that festival when Queens of the Stone Age had to drop off the bill.
    Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of energetic
Adjective
  • Although Moscow aimed for a quick victory over its Eastern European neighbor, viewed as having a much smaller military, its spirited defense effort bolstered by the U.S. and its NATO allies, has blocked it from making substantial gains.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024
  • Caleb Williams had his best game of the season, leading the spirited comeback for naught.
    Michael Salfino, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
Definition of spirited
Adjective
  • Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, this stage musical is bedecked for the holidays.
    Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 1 Dec. 2024
  • Moana 2 splashed into theaters on Nov. 27, and viewers are already eager to know when the animated prequel will be available on Disney+.
    Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of animated
Adjective
  • In a time when people approach political, social and economic issues with a different set of information and fake news is rampant, the best way to do that is to approach tough conversations with stories rather than facts.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The clients’ storefronts are positioned to succeed in a sometimes tough marketplace by focusing on exclusivity and quality.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of tough
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“Sprightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprightful. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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