1
as in energetic
having active strength of body or mind
a peppy and entertaining group of young musicians
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
a peppy dance performance
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of peppy
Despite the grimness of the scene, the tone of the song is peppy and disorientingly pretty, with a shivery Dorian twist in its churning melody.
—
Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 19 May 2026
His usually peppy voice is hoarse.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 26 Apr. 2026
Pictured here is an example of blue and white zellige tile that adds a peppy touch to this cooking area.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 2 Apr. 2026
With a peppy MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor, this unit handles all kinds of Android apps with aplomb, benchmarking exceptionally across all of our tests.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for peppy
Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 19 May 2026
His usually peppy voice is hoarse.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 26 Apr. 2026
Pictured here is an example of blue and white zellige tile that adds a peppy touch to this cooking area.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 2 Apr. 2026
With a peppy MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor, this unit handles all kinds of Android apps with aplomb, benchmarking exceptionally across all of our tests.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for peppy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peppy
Adjective
-
Gamma rays are the most energetic form of light, and they are produced by some of the universe’s most extreme phenomena.—
Christopher Karwin,
The Conversation,
8 June 2026
-
The festive, charming and energetic North American tour of the Broadway production is packed with as much nostalgia as new characters that are doppelgangers for the original series’ heroes and villains, and who often challenge our assumptions about their infamous families.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
4 June 2026
Adjective
-
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
-
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
-
The mix of old and new aims to blend nostalgia with Miami’s new culinary identity, which has become far more dynamic since China Grill first opened on South Beach, Chodorow said.—
Connie Ogle
June 11,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
-
But this sedan is geared for comfort and never feels confident in spirited, dynamic situations.—
Adam Ismail,
The Drive,
11 June 2026
Adjective
-
In recent years, Hollywood decided adult comedies were not good bets in movie theaters, and instead focused heavily on superheroes and animated films.—
Rodney Ho,
AJC.com,
22 May 2026
-
Toons boom across the Croisette this year, with colorful features opening Critics’ Week, closing Directors’ Fortnight, and appearing across nearly every section — further cementing Cannes’ status as a premier launchpad for animated cinema.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
18 May 2026
Adjective
-
Consumers haven’t slowed down their brisk spending.—
Steve Forbes,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
-
But there are moments of the season that simply call out for a brisk read.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
10 June 2026
Adjective
-
The Red Wings' decade-long postseason drought now stands as the NHL's longest active run after the Buffalo Sabres qualified for the playoffs for the first time in 15 years this season.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
-
As of the spring 2025 season, UConn supported 1,187 active club sports athletes, with teams ranging anywhere from 7 members on polo to 112 on running.—
Dr. J. Lee Peters,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2026
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
-
Woe unto those who fail to entertain, animate or amuse.—
Mark Barabak,
Mercury News,
13 May 2026
Adjective
-
This tropical mini dress has the cheerful, vacation-ready energy of pricier resort brands without the sticker shock.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2026
-
Tracks from bands like The Vaselines and Beat Happening add to the cheerful freneticism.—
Colin Wrenn,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Peppy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peppy. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
