Lively Definition
lively
adjective
- full of life and energy; "a lively discussion"; "lively and attractive parents"; "a lively party"
- full of zest or vigor; "a racy literary style"
- quick and energetic; "a brisk walk in the park"; "a lively gait"; "a merry chase"; "traveling at a rattling rate"; "a snappy pace"; "a spanking breeze"
- elastic; rebounds readily; "clean bouncy hair"; "a lively tennis ball"; "as resilient as seasoned hickory"; "springy turf"
- filled with events or activity; "a lively period in history"
- full of spirit; "a dynamic full of life woman"; "a vital and charismatic leader"; "this whole lively world"
"Lively" in song lyrics
See how lively is used in real songs:
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"Then step lively"
Black Moon f/ M.O.P., Teflon — Annihilation -
"I'm lovin all them kung-fu flicks, poison em lively"
Deadly Venoms f/ Wu-Tang Clan — The Earthquake a/k/a One More to Go -
"... But still lively"
Dilated Peoples f/ Krondon — Rapid Transit
Words that rhyme with lively
Usage tips for "lively"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "lively" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for lively to find words that pair well.