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 Or Elle Fanning in her mint-green Ralph Lauren Collection slip, which made up for its simplicity with its peppy color. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2026 That should feel pretty peppy given the motorcycle's low wet weight of just 328 lb (149 kg). — Yamaha, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026 Haircut 100 is a band that many fans have lost touch with, providing a thrilling reminder of the peppy harmonies that helped define one of the finest eras of British pop. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026 The peppy Core Ultra 5 processor has the juice to tackle schoolwork as well. — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for peppy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for peppy

Adjective

This lunar event shifts the energetic landscape significantly.

— Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
Now, the Andrés group is back with an equally glamorous restaurant, one that highlights aged steaks in an energetic and theatrical setting.

— Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of energetic

Adjective

Aspen has long been a hotspot for skiers searching for fresh powder and a lively après scene, but the town has been on a roll more recently with all types because of its worldly mix of cultures on display at institutions like the Aspen Art Museum.

— Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
But the lively crew at the urinals was already licking its lips in anticipation.

— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of lively

Adjective

Between that difficult dynamic, the questionable backcourt of Davion Mitchell and Klay Thompson and a host of other problems that have already been revealed, missing the Play-In together is legitimately in play.

— Dan Woike, New York Times, 28 Oct. 2026
And Washington must lean into a role as military integrator, smoothing out communication and coordination at sea for navies not used to dynamic multimember missions.

— Dana Stroul, Foreign Affairs, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of dynamic

Adjective

There’s this desire, understandable on its face, to make the design and aesthetics of the live-action world recognizably similar to the animated world.

— Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 13 Oct. 2026
The face is customizable with various colorways, clock fonts, and photos; there’s also an animated Snoopy, whose antics change with the weather and the holidays.

— Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of animated

Adjective

Californians will experience less daylight in the evenings and more natural light when people are most active.

— Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 28 Oct. 2026
What's more, 22% of sellers with active listings dropped their asking price, the highest level in Redfin's records.

— Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 28 Oct. 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 vibe is of a cheerful — very upscale — Parisian market that’s centered around a section of fruits and vegetables displayed like in a museum.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
Jeon is marvelous in the role, allowing flashes of envy, resentment, and longing to surface beneath Mi-ok’s cheerful, accommodating manner without diminishing her warmth or loyalty.

— Lisa Wong Macabasco, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026