snappy

adjective

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snap·py | \ ˈsna-pē

snappier; snappiest

Definition of snappy

1 : snappish sense 1

2a : quickly made or done a snappy decision

b : marked by vigor or liveliness snappy dialogue

c : briskly cold

d : stylish, smart a snappy dresser

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Other Words from snappy

snappily \ ˈsna-pə-lē

\ adverb

snappiness \ ˈsna-pē-nəs

\ noun

Examples of snappy in a Sentence

a car with a snappy engine The show is well-acted, and the dialogue is snappy.

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