snappy

adjective

snap·​py ˈsna-pē How to pronounce snappy (audio)
snappier; snappiest
1
2
a
: quickly made or done
a snappy decision
b
: marked by vigor or liveliness
snappy dialogue
c
: briskly cold
d
: stylish, smart
a snappy dresser
snappily adverb
snappiness noun

Examples of snappy in a Sentence

a car with a snappy engine The show is well-acted, and the dialogue is snappy.
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There's no limited-slip differential here as the team at Tolman's thought this could detract from the car's original snappy cornering behavior. Matthew MacConnell, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024 The ensemble cast’s comedic gifts also get a fine showcase throughout thanks to some snappy banter and amusing physical comedy — and some exciting car chases, too. Simon Abrams, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2024 The field of view is a bit narrow at 78 degrees, but the autofocus is pretty snappy. Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024 As a playwright, Headland tends toward snappy dialogue and debaucherous behavior, the former well on display here, while the latter stays, perhaps appropriately for the Dahls’ sensibilities, offstage. Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for snappy 

Word History

First Known Use

1746, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of snappy was in 1746

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“Snappy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snappy. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

snappy

adjective
snap·​py ˈsnap-ē How to pronounce snappy (audio)
snappier; snappiest
1
2
a
: quickly made or done
b
: full of life : lively
c
: briskly cold
d
: stylish, smart
a snappy dresser
snappily adverb

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