sprightful

adjective

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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
  • This situation had been most keenly felt in western North Carolina, where vital industries like tourism and agriculture suffered significantly.
    Alex Harrington, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Emotional intelligence is vital for influencing others and fostering team cohesion.
    Harrison Monarth, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Definition of vital
Adjective
  • Change Your Team's Stereotypical Mindset Through Education A powerful tip for resonating authentically with diverse media is to avoid assuming each ethnicity only connects with its own.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • On the home front, Pam Bondi will be a powerful disruptive force as our next attorney general.
    Michael Glassner and John Pence, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of powerful
Adjective
  • Her outfits were downright aspirational: vivid reds, gorgeous greens and other vivacious tones and textures breathed life into Wise’s character.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 Dec. 2024
  • The win crystalizes a turnaround for the Buffaloes orchestrated by second-year head coach Deion Sanders, whose vivacious leadership style led CU to a 9-3 record.
    Esteban L. Hernandez, Axios, 14 Dec. 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
  • Guests can also sample nonalcoholic cocktail flights that rival their spirited counterparts in flavor and sophistication.
    Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Here’s my review of the Thompson Savannah, a modern space embracing the spirited atmosphere of Georgia’s most historic city.
    Sheeka Sanahori, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of spirited
Adjective
  • This festive attraction features over 6 million dazzling lights and animated displays along a mile-long route.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • But playing José, says Bardem, was not nearly as terrifying, or as traumatic, as the prospect of performing in an animated musical with Spellbound.
    Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of animated
Adjective
  • Carro, known for his tough stance on crime and his experience with cases involving terrorism enhancements, will play a key role in shaping the trial's proceedings.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Doctor and hospital groups, though, argue Florida physicians face a tough environment with their already high malpractice insurance premiums.
    Skyler Swisher, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of tough
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