as in brightness
the quality or state of having abundant or intense activity
we were surprised by the liveliness of the crowd at the nightclub despite the early hour
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Recent Examples of liveliness
Indeed, the backstage energy at the spring 2026 shows brought a liveliness that went beyond the usual hubbub of getting ready while polishing off Pura Vida takeaway in the wee hours before showtime.
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Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2025
But the film emphasizes the cast’s very evident liveliness.
—Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 22 Aug. 2025
Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2025
But the film emphasizes the cast’s very evident liveliness.
—Caryn James, HollywoodReporter, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for liveliness
Noun
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Despite the full moon's brightness, the solar activity could still create a stunning auroral display.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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Sprigs of ‘Nagami’ semidwarf kumquats add brightness.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
5 Oct. 2025
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Experiencing the vibrancy brought by the Catalan and Genoese hordes that May evening felt like an honour, as did being part of a bouncing Wembley as ‘Three Lions’ emerged as an anthem during Euro 96.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Salt Lake City, Utah Combining the vibrancy of a city with views of the Wasatch Mountains and easy access to outdoor fun, Salt Lake City is an ideal fit for long weekend getaway in the fall.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Whatever post-radical pulse there is left sustaining us in the last 20 years is less about our vitality as a community and more about our successful rebrand into America's hottest commodity.—
Rodney Carmichael,
NPR,
1 Oct. 2025
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Riddick-Tynes’ production highlights the delicate sensitivity of female artistry while amplifying Ray’s uniquely free-spirited vitality.—
Billboard China,
Billboard,
1 Oct. 2025
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Dahlias often bloom with the exuberance of favorite annual plants such as zinnias and marigolds.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Oct. 2025
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Jim Edwards InvestingMarkets Back in the ’90s a Fed chief warned about ‘irrational exuberance’ in the markets.—
Geoff Colvin,
Fortune,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Zhang Fan is the series’ animation director.—
Marcelo Cajueiro,
Variety,
4 Oct. 2025
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Showcasing a broad array of artistic avenues and animation styles, this series culminates in the directors roundtable panel, hosted by Variety senior awards editor Clayton Davis.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
3 Oct. 2025
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As Milchick, Tillman infused an unnerving cheerfulness into Lumon Industries’ macrodata refinement supervisor, a character who became increasingly central in Season 2.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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Her vivacious attitude connects her with Aries (Stacey’s actual birthday is April 3) due to her fearlessness and cheerfulness in situations, no matter what is thrown at her.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Warmer nights can delay the changing colors of leaves or turn down their vibrance, scientists say.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
25 Sep. 2025
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The blue hues of the shirt and bag add some vibrance to the otherwise neutral outfit, while details like the small knit hat create a contrast that is the perfect blend of modern and classic aesthetics.—
Abby Morgan Lebet,
Glamour,
4 Sep. 2025
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While some people shared Musk’s enthusiasm, others criticized the decision.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Stein, for now, was happy to accept Dodge’s enthusiasm.—
Via Scribner,
Literary Hub,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Liveliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liveliness. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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