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| live·ly [ lvlee ] (comparative live·li·er, superlative live·li·est) |
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1. full of energy: full of life and energy
  two lively children
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2. animated: animated, exciting, or intellectually stimulating
a lively discussion
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3. enthusiastic: active and enthusiastic
takes a lively interest in everything
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4. full of movement: full of activity or movement
a lively dance
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5. refreshing: stimulating or refreshing
a lively little breeze
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6. springy: bouncy or springy
a lively rubber ball
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7. nautical responsive to steering: describes a boat that is responsive to the helm
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| [ Old English līflīc "lifelike"] |
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| live·li·ness noun |
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look or step lively to hurry up and get going
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