as in enthusiasm
a disposition or character marked by high-spirited energy
The success of the movement would not have been possible without the persistence and vivacity of the activists involved. Suitors were drawn to her youthful vivacity and quick-wittedness.
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Recent Examples of vivacity
The atmosphere simultaneously projects wariness, vivacity and community.
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Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 19 July 2024
In Rachel Reeves, the country will get its first-ever woman chancellor of the Exchequer and as deputy prime minister, Angela Rayner’s profile will only increase, her vivacity a welcome counterpoint to Starmer’s calm sobriety.
—Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett, Vogue, 5 July 2024
There have been few bright spots in the Nets’ recent 2-9 stretch, but the vivacity of third-year center Day’Ron Sharpe has continued to shine through the mess.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 3 Jan. 2024
Cox’s outfit was a visual feast of colors and patterns, blending vivacity with elegance.
—Ty Gaskins, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
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Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 19 July 2024
In Rachel Reeves, the country will get its first-ever woman chancellor of the Exchequer and as deputy prime minister, Angela Rayner’s profile will only increase, her vivacity a welcome counterpoint to Starmer’s calm sobriety.
—Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett, Vogue, 5 July 2024
There have been few bright spots in the Nets’ recent 2-9 stretch, but the vivacity of third-year center Day’Ron Sharpe has continued to shine through the mess.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 3 Jan. 2024
Cox’s outfit was a visual feast of colors and patterns, blending vivacity with elegance.
—Ty Gaskins, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
See all Example Sentences for vivacity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vivacity
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Corbet found the swell of advance enthusiasm gratifying, if bewildering.Alexandra Schwartz, The New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2024
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Trump, who will take office Jan. 20 and has talked up his plans to make the U.S. as attractive as possible for corporations, was greeted with warmth and enthusiasm from the large crowd that had gathered on the floor.Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
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This is a watershed moment that underscores the need for democracies to defend their institutions with vigor and resolve.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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Detroit Free Press William Roberts, a political animal who loved Walled Lake, his wife and serving the Lord with equal vigor, died Saturday after a long illness.M.L. Elrick, Detroit Free Press, 5 Dec. 2024
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In the spirit of holiday giving, the team invites their community to nominate and vote for upstanding charitable organizations that support mothers.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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That neo-Bohemian spirit of progressivism found its voice through folk music.David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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Americans’ zeal for the death of an insurance executive demonstrates both the coarsening of public discourse and the degree of rage many Americans feel over the deficiencies of the U.S. health-care system.Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 5 Dec. 2024
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Many blamed Biden’s antitrust zeal with helping slowdown M&A.Luisa Beltran, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2024
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The distillery is partially powered by solar energy, and water is recycled for irrigation.Rachel King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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At a later meeting, Roland Lescure, the industry and energy minister, raised his hand.Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
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The first-time leading lady, who has cerebral palsy herself, instills her character with effervescence, gumption and a winning, earnest sincerity.Courtney Howard, Variety, 27 Nov. 2024
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And how could anyone resist letting go of pesky inhibitions with Herman’s empowering score filling up Pasadena Playhouse with pure effervescence.Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Vivacity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vivacity. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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