peppy

adjective

pep·​py ˈpe-pē How to pronounce peppy (audio)
peppier; peppiest
Synonyms of peppynext
: full of pep
peppiness noun

Examples of peppy in a Sentence

At 75 years old, he is as peppy as ever. a group of peppy cheerleaders The song was a peppy little dance number.
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Thankfully, the largely entertaining affair marches to a peppier beat than the show, which can become bogged down despite its seasons being relatively short in terms of episodes. Mark Meszoros, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026 Thankfully, the largely entertaining affair marches to a peppier beat than the show, which can become bogged down despite its seasons being relatively short in terms of episodes. Mark Meszoros, Boston Herald, 28 May 2026 Brown is, of course, the titular character here, a peppy and intelligent young lady who has a real panache for solving crimes and breaking the fourth wall during her many adventures. Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 27 May 2026 The series welcomes us into its world every week with a peppy pinball alien girl, bobbing and weaving her way through the myriad challenges of everyday life, never failing to arrive at her intended destination. Erin Qualey, Vulture, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for peppy

Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of peppy was in 1914

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“Peppy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peppy. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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