lively
adjective
[ ˈlʌɪvli ]
• full of life and energy; active and outgoing.
• "a lively and uninhibited girl"
Similar:
energetic,
active,
animated,
vigorous,
dynamic,
full of life,
outgoing,
spirited,
high-spirited,
vivacious,
enthusiastic,
vibrant,
buoyant,
exuberant,
effervescent,
cheerful,
bouncy,
bubbly,
perky,
sparkling,
sprightly,
spry,
youthful,
zesty,
zestful,
frisky,
skittish,
fun,
fun-loving,
bright-eyed and bushy-tailed,
full of beans,
chirpy,
go-go,
chipper,
peppy,
zippy,
zappy,
full of vim and vigour,
peart,
Origin:
Old English līflic ‘living, animate’ (see life, -ly1).
look lively
• move more quickly and energetically.
• "‘Look lively, men!’ Charlie shouted"
