PEPPY Synonyms: 170 Similar and Opposite Words

peppy

adjective

ˈpe-pē

Definition of peppy

as in energetic

having active strength of body or mind a peppy and entertaining group of young musicians

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as in lively

having much high-spirited energy and movement a peppy dance performance

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Recent Examples of peppy The peppy Core Ultra 5 processor has the juice to tackle schoolwork as well. — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 17 Aug. 2026 Inspired by the peppy and colorful roller rinks of the ‘90s, these Halloween decorations capture the magic of childhood holiday parties. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026 The colours are strictly primary, the tone peppy and upbeat. — Jack Lang, New York Times, 9 June 2026 Thankfully, the largely entertaining affair marches to a peppier beat than the show, which can become bogged down despite its seasons being relatively short in terms of episodes. — Mark Meszoros, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for peppy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for peppy

Adjective

In the current Mexican scene, Emjay is one of the best live performers, known for her energetic and emotional shows.

— Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2026
This is the most energetic and exciting premiere of Survivor in a long time.

— Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of energetic

Adjective

Why, those teeming crowds just outside the shows are their own lively scene, filled with exciting, unexpected, and downright inspired takes on what’s happening in fashion.

— Phil Oh, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2026
Echo Theater Company’s ambitious production brings lively design and a volatile cast to the stage, but an unfocused script and feverish direction overwhelm the story.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of lively

Adjective

Roughly 30 minutes a day of brisk walking, light jogging, swimming or cycling supports the hormone’s natural rhythm when the effort feels energising rather than exhausting.

— Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026
Cooler temps and far less humidity than in summer make fall the ideal time to visit, and if the evenings get a bit brisk, there’s always a glass of bourbon to take the chill away.

— Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2026

Definition of brisk

Adjective

For those looking to get active, the hotel offers access to golf courses, tennis courts, bike and boat rentals, and access to a nearby fitness facility.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
New York has starter Geno Smith and rookie Cade Kubnik, a fourth-rounder, on its active roster, so Levis would be the third-string quarterback and inactive on game day unless he's promoted from the practice squad.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of active

Adjective

To imagine the natural world not as a passive resource but as an animate collaborator would be to reorder more than aesthetic categories, demanding another relation to our environment.

— Tara Anne Dalbow, ARTnews.com, 29 May 2026
Zugunruhe is the itinerant desire of any animate being to keep moving and growing.

— Big Think, Big Think, 6 May 2026

Definition of animate

Adjective

The silverware and crisp cotton napkins are paired with cheerful local ceramic tableware.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
Though the small living movement is trending toward larger and more luxurious homes in general, there are still cheap and cheerful tiny houses out there.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2026