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adjective high–spir·it·ed \ˈhī-ˈspir-ə-təd\

Definition of high–spirited

  1. :  characterized by a bold or energetic spirit

high–spiritedly

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high–spiritedness

noun

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First Known Use of high–spirited

1588

high–spirited Synonyms

Synonyms
bouncy, bubbly, buoyant, crank [chiefly dialect], effervescent, frolic, frolicsome, gamesome, gay, high-spirited, vivacious
Antonyms
low-spirited, sullen
Related Words
extroverted (also extraverted), outgoing, uninhibited; carefree, happy-go-lucky, insouciant, joyful, lighthearted, lively, sprightly; boisterous, raucous, rollicking, rowdy; giddy, light-headed, overexuberant, silly; ecstatic, euphoric, lyric, rapturous; audacious, bold, brash, brazen, impertinent, impudent, insolent, saucy
Near Antonyms
constrained, inhibited, repressed, restrained, subdued; impassive, phlegmatic, stoic (or stoical), stolid; depressed, dour, glum, morose, surly

HIGH–SPIRITED Defined for English Language Learners

high-spirited

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adjective

Definition of high–spirited for English Language Learners

  • : full of energy or enthusiasm

HIGH–SPIRITED Defined for Kids

high–spirited

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adjective high–spir·it·ed \ˈhī-ˈspir-ə-təd\

Definition of high–spirited for Students

  1. :  lively 1 high-spirited children

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