vivacity

noun

vi·​vac·​i·​ty və-ˈva-sə-tē How to pronounce vivacity (audio)
 also  vī-
: the quality or state of being vivacious

Examples of vivacity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In Rachel Reeves, the country will get its first-ever woman chancellor of the Exchequer and as deputy prime minister, Angela Rayner’s profile will only increase, her vivacity a welcome counterpoint to Starmer’s calm sobriety. Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett, Vogue, 5 July 2024 There have been few bright spots in the Nets’ recent 2-9 stretch, but the vivacity of third-year center Day’Ron Sharpe has continued to shine through the mess. C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 3 Jan. 2024 Cox’s outfit was a visual feast of colors and patterns, blending vivacity with elegance. Ty Gaskins, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019 Her documentary gains a greater vivacity and texture when broaching the personal journeys of these women. Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for vivacity 

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of vivacity was in the 15th century

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“Vivacity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vivacity. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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vivacity

noun
vi·​vac·​i·​ty və-ˈvas-ət-ē How to pronounce vivacity (audio)
 also  vī-
: the quality or state of being vivacious

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