snappy

adjective

ˈsna-pē How to pronounce snappy (audio)
Definition of snappynext
1
as in stylish
being in the latest or current fashion that snappy outfit really should impress your date

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2
as in irritable
easily irritated or annoyed we tried to avoid her when she was acting snappy, which was all too often

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3
as in cold
having a low or subnormal temperature typically snappy weather for March

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4
as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement much snappy repartee at the party celebrating the new art gallery's opening

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5
as in rapid
moving, proceeding, or acting with great speed bring us some more french fries, and make it snappy!

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as in smart
being strikingly neat and trim in style or appearance the snappy outfits worn by the young, attractive staff at the hotel

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Recent Examples of snappy Grab a pretty blouse and snappy loafers to wear for brunch dates on warmer autumn days, then pair them with a denim jacket and slouchy knee-high boots as the weather gets cooler. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2026 Seven years after the original fp, Sigma’s FP2 keeps the tiny full-frame formula intact while overhauling nearly everything inside it for snappier stills and much more serious video. — New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2026 The Echo Show 8 offers room-filling sound, a responsive touch screen with snappy controls, and Amazon's Alexa+ for conversational assistance and intuitive smart home controls. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 19 Oct. 2026 Written with an unmistakably Caribbean verve and snappy, conversational meter, Carrero defines his stance on Cuba in no uncertain terms. — Suzy Exposito, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for snappy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snappy
  1. stylish
  2. irritable
  3. cold
  4. lively
  5. rapid
  6. smart
  7. fashionable
  8. fiery
Adjective
  • Below, the standout styles favored by the most stylish fashion show attendees of the spring 2027 season.
    — Irene Kim, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The stylish and striking young woman also became the designer’s muse.
    — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of stylish
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  • Murray says her own experience has made her more understanding when female colleagues seem more tired or irritable than usual, particularly when the behavior is out of character.
    — Jo Ann Liguori, Flow Space, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Could be because for much of the running time, Abrams’ Jay Gardiner is up against what looks like a very large irritable sphincter.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of irritable
Adjective
  • And without colder weather, where the temperatures drop and stay below zero, the result will likely be a smaller snowpack.
    — Ava Berger, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026
  • How bad the flu season gets each year depends on factors such as the dominant flu strain, how well the annual vaccine matches it, how many people get vaccinated, tourism levels, and how much cold weather leads to more indoor gatherings.
    — Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of cold
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  • 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
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  • Its twenty-two screens, displayed at various angles, bombarded audiences with montages of text, numbers, and images, like a rapid scroll through Instagram Reels.
    — Alec Mapes-Frances, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The illicit drug supply has changed rapidly over the last few months, with nitazenes, medetomidine, cychlorphine, and other novel synthetic substances appearing in rapid succession.
    — Dr. Shravani Durbhakula, Time, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of rapid
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  • Fortunately, plenty of new high-tech tools offer assistance, including robot guide dogs, a cane-bot (looking a bit like a small R2D2 with giant wheels), multiple types of smart glasses with descriptive audio, and even a haptic vest for blind dogs.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Ten games give him a chance to show better execution, smarter game management, and enough wins to justify another season.
    — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of smart
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  • Headscarves are less conspicuous among women in these fashionable neighborhoods, despite compulsory hijab rules introduced after the revolution established clerical rule.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Known for their 100% cashmere pieces, Guest in Residence ensures fashionable clothing can also be comfortable.
    — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of fashionable
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  • Statewide Democratic contenders delivered fiery appeals, recording artist Janelle Monáe brought a bass-thumping performance and the Clark Atlanta University marching band nearly brought down the house.
    — Greg Bluestein, AJC.com, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Remembering Dolores Huerta The fiery and resolute activist who helped launch and guide the nation’s first enduring labor union for poor farmworkers, and later became an inspiration to women and liberal true believers, has died.
    — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of fiery

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“Snappy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snappy. Accessed 4 Nov. 2026.

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