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
Kristine Hansen, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2025
Thus began a lively rivalry with Lee, who quickly learned Clemens possesses a killer serve.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 30 May 2025
The siren song of affordable fare, good drinks, evening grooves and a comparatively more down-to-earth crowd has kept this place a lively yet relaxed hotspot, especially in the summertime when people are known to either dive into the channel’s briny waters.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 29 May 2025
He’s given the film’s starring role to Frank Dillane, who delivers a career-launching, protean performance as the lively, moody, violent Mike.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
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Adjective
In lieu of bunking in the 4,000-square-foot Lord House, built in 1962 just off of Mulholland Drive, rent it out by the hour and host a lively pool party.
—Kristine Hansen, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2025
Thus began a lively rivalry with Lee, who quickly learned Clemens possesses a killer serve.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 30 May 2025
The siren song of affordable fare, good drinks, evening grooves and a comparatively more down-to-earth crowd has kept this place a lively yet relaxed hotspot, especially in the summertime when people are known to either dive into the channel’s briny waters.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 29 May 2025
He’s given the film’s starring role to Frank Dillane, who delivers a career-launching, protean performance as the lively, moody, violent Mike.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liveliness
Noun
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Nearly equal in brightness, the contrast in color will be striking.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Enter the clip book light, a good way to light up the page at a brightness suitable for not-so-new eyes without harshing the reading vibes.—
Ars Staff,
ArsTechnica,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Astronomers analyzing data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have uncovered a population of tiny, energetic galaxies that may have been key players in clearing the cosmic fog that shrouded the universe after the Big Bang.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
19 June 2025
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Greer, a part of a energetic, muscular fourth line, signed as a free agent on July 1, 2024. READ MORE: Why the Panthers made sure first-time Cup winners got to celebrate first 12: Jonah Gadjovich, LW/RW.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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The evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage is topped by vibrant purple flower spikes in mid to late spring.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
19 June 2025
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Telluride is renowned for its world-class skiing, vibrant summer festivals and authentic mountain character.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
Adjective
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The United Kingdom, for instance, offers a 25.5% tax rebate on 80% of a production’s expenditures in the UK, with higher rebates for animated and independent films.—
Ali Martin,
Christian Science Monitor,
14 June 2025
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For all his success in the animated realm, DeBlois has never directed a live-action film until now.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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For him, a slow summer simply means lazy days and not being busy, just enjoying the summer.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
16 June 2025
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While not playing the past two weeks, Campusano has stayed busy before games, catching in the bullpen and working at first base.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 June 2025
Noun
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Selecting many of the most exciting and highest-quality titles from Latin America, the Focus will underscore the breadth and vibrancy of the region’s animation output, plus current artistic and market trends.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
12 June 2025
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That type of energy is missing in a lot of current titles, and Capcom’s remaster is a reminder that this vibrancy still exists in the past.—
Gieson Cacho,
Mercury News,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Open-ear earbuds -- meaning buds with a tip that does not entirely seal off the ear canal -- are not supposed to be able to offer strong active noise cancellation.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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The seven players on the active roster who were in the lineup at some point during the playoffs who had not won the Stanley Cup before Tuesday.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2025
Noun
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The coldest year of its decade, 2008 provided freshness and vitality that are evident in its vivid aromas of peach and pomegranate.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
12 June 2025
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The formula features vegan proteins derived from quinoa to strengthen strands and boost overall vitality, plus a bond-fortifying technology to target hair most prone to breakage.—
Jessie Quinn,
Glamour,
11 June 2025
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“Liveliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liveliness. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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