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as in joyful
joyously unrestrained
a high-spirited crowd loudly cheering the basketball team on
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as in spirited
marked by a lively display of strong feeling
the band struck up a high-spirited march as the President's motorcade approached
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for high-spirited
Adjective
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The service The staff are gentle but also fun, witty and joyful, such as Rini, who can answer almost any question on Bawah; Nintya who handles landscaping and permaculture; and the waiter Julian, who likes to practice his English accent.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026 -
Pride Month is both a joyful celebration and a serious political reminder that LGBTQIA people are here and deserve the same rights as everyone else.—
Allison Hope,
Parents,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Backstage, a handful of high-spirited elementary-age girls — known as Vista Horizon, a K-pop quintet from K-town — waved to them in awe and offered their congratulations.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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Well Decorated Shells, sparkles, and intricate beading work together to create a sandal that embraces summer’s spirited energy.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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From courtside catchphrases to his podcast and decades on Bulls broadcasts, King became a unifying, exuberant voice for generations of Chicago basketball fans.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Nearly 50 years after Elvis Presley 's death, a gaggle of exuberant young boys and teens shook up his hometown, intent on keeping the king's legacy alive for a new generation.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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And Mullin, a 48-year-old former Republican senator from Oklahoma and former mixed martial arts fighter, is also known for fiery exchanges with congressional committees, once challenging a Teamsters leader during a 2023 hearing.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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With first-round pick Caleb Downs expected to lock down the nickel cornerback spot, the competition will be fiery for the other two spots.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 June 2026
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The Fairmont draws a diverse crowd—from business travelers to couples celebrating anniversaries, to casual visitors—creating a lively but laid-back atmosphere.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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The blueberry layer brings deep sweetness and vibrant color, while Meyer lemon adds a floral brightness that keeps the parfaits tasting fresh and lively.—
Laura Mclively,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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From the annals of cooking past, sauce jouvert, spunky with marjoram, red wine vinegar, both walnuts and hazelnuts, and breadcrumbs, is raised from the annals of recipe history to be draped over pretty much any kind of vegetable.—
Scott Hocker,
TheWeek,
8 June 2026
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The news of the former couple’s split comes about Abdalla became an overnight household name as the spunky and Jennifer Lopez-loving Allie Hayes in the Prime Video series.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
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On June 17, vivacious Venus will clash with Pluto retrograde, creating tension around passion, power and rage.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
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The vivacious hue is warm, energizing, and impossible to ignore.—
Kathryn O'Shea-Evans,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2026
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Bonner brought the bull market with him to CSUF, bringing his pressing, pestering and passionate style of play to a fanbase starved for success.—
Brian Robin,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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Madison Square Garden is set to be filled to the brim Monday night with passionate Knicks fans decked out in their orange and blue pride, but eyes may be on what two of the most powerful New Yorkers will be doing during Game 3 of the NBA Finals.—
Ivan Pereira,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
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“High-spirited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/high-spirited. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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