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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as in playfully
in a quick and spirited manner
now then, step lively there
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as in energetic
having much high-spirited energy and movement
the lively puppy was racing around the dining room floor chasing after people's shoelaces
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as in vibrant
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the party was a lively affair that lasted into the small hours of the morning
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Recent Examples of liveliness
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
There is a similar liveliness and generosity in how people move toward one another.
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Photovogue,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2026
Debby Rice,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
Close to lively Lower Greenville in the coveted M Streets neighborhood, a five-bedroom modern design awaits at 6215 Llano Ave.
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Dallas Morning News,
22 Feb. 2026
Elyssa Kaufman,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
Between the striking setting, polished cooking, and lively atmosphere, the experience lingers long after the meal ends.
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Shivani Vora,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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There are something close to 50 of To’s movies to choose from, and all of them have a wonderful visual liveliness — plus a compelling, svelte sense of place that lives at a particularly fun intersection between the worlds of Akira Kurosawa and Jean-Pierre Melville.
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Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
There is a similar liveliness and generosity in how people move toward one another.
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Photovogue,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2026
Adverb
Young hunters can also expect pennies, treats and other surprises along the route—enough to keep the afternoon lively.
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Debby Rice,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
Close to lively Lower Greenville in the coveted M Streets neighborhood, a five-bedroom modern design awaits at 6215 Llano Ave.
—
Dallas Morning News,
22 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The Center on Halsted will host a lively and welcoming Senior Space for ages 55 and up.
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Elyssa Kaufman,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
Between the striking setting, polished cooking, and lively atmosphere, the experience lingers long after the meal ends.
—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liveliness
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The continental climate brings cooler summers and colder winters, a boon for wine lovers seeking aromatics and brightness over weight and ripeness.
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Lowering your phone’s brightness can actually help preserve your night vision.
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On the other hand, Europeans had good things to say not only about downtown walkability, but also about the vibrancy of their city centers.
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Didier Roux, president of Francéclat, highlighted the vibrancy of the country’s jewelry and fine jewelry industry.
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Part of that infrastructure includes exceptional decision-making, influence, capability, gravitas, and vitality.
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Monday, July 6 — Longevity, Innovation & the Future of Health | MAHA MondayLongevity, vitality, and wellness come to life, sparking inspiration for healthier, stronger, and thriving living.
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The 13-track record chronicles the lifespan of a relationship, from the exuberance of initial infatuation to the whiplash of begging for affection from a partner that was once so easily enamored.
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Three decades later, investors are asking a familiar question about the AI exuberance.
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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) recently released new animations showing plans for the Southwest 10th Street Connector, a project that would dramatically transform the roadway between I-95 and the Sawgrass Expressway.
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Through a connection, Jobs stumbled upon what was then the computer animation division of Star Wars creator George Lucas’ production company Lucasfilm and was immediately impressed, wrote Walter Isaacson in his biography of the Apple cofounder.
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How is one not enamored of the Dutch fans’ togetherness and cheerfulness, or the costumes and smiles of the Japanese fans?
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Finns may not be known for demonstrative cheerfulness, nor necessarily for being makers of excessively happy music.
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Since former President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth Independence Day Act in 2021, the federal holiday has been celebrated with vibrance and passion.
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Atlanta’s rich coffee scene owes its vibrance to its strong local focus, with cafes and roasters reflecting and shaping neighborhood identity.
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More than one million workers participate, but enthusiasm fades during the Great Depression, signaling that such ownership is fragile without worker protections.
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And when the winning starts, the enthusiasm can leap at record speed.
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“Liveliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liveliness. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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