peppy

adjective

pep·​py ˈpe-pē 

peppier; peppiest

: full of pep

peppiness noun

Synonyms of peppy

• energetic
• lively
• dynamic

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Flaherty also interacts with a peppy gal pal (Carla Gugino), a city hall reporter for a metropolitan daily. — Miles Beller, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026

Or Elle Fanning in her mint-green Ralph Lauren Collection slip, which made up for its simplicity with its peppy color. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2026

That should feel pretty peppy given the motorcycle's low wet weight of just 328 lb (149 kg). — Yamaha, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026

Haircut 100 is a band that many fans have lost touch with, providing a thrilling reminder of the peppy harmonies that helped define one of the finest eras of British pop. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above