SNAPPY Synonyms: 465 Similar and Opposite Words

snappy

adjective

ˈsna-pē

Definition of snappy

as in stylish

being in the latest or current fashion that snappy outfit really should impress your date

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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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as in cold

having a low or subnormal temperature typically snappy weather for March

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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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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 Brine-curing tends to keep the olives’ color brighter and gives them a snappy texture, too, says Brad Hedeman, the head of marketing and product selection for Zingerman’s Mail Order. — Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 June 2026 This polished mid-rise pair has a crisp silhouette that goes effortlessly with pretty blouses, lightweight cardigans, and snappy blazers for the office. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026 In the past, nWave films tended to be all about snappy dialogs and babbling protagonists. — Kevin Giraud, Variety, 21 June 2026 That’s thanks to the show’s terrific cast, of course, but the actors are given a lot to work with in the smart, snappy scripts. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for snappy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for snappy

Adjective

Even a 73-year-old shopper was impressed by its stylish, comfortable fit.

— Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
The culotte-style stretchy shorts are equal parts comfortable and stylish, and the high-neck top can be worn either tucked-in or down and loose.

— Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026

Definition of stylish

Adjective

Perelman said people who have weakened immune systems and those with irritable bowel disease may want to talk to their doctors before incorporating the foods into their diet.

— Devi Shastri, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026
The symptoms are so delayed that people often blame them on food poisoning, irritable-bowel syndrome, gluten intolerance.

— Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 29 June 2026

Definition of irritable

Adjective

Inspectors also noticed that cold foods were being held at incorrect temperatures, according to the report.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Ceviche arrives bright and cold, sharpened by citrus, softened by fresh seafood, and lifted with herbs and heat.

— Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026

Definition of cold

Adjective

Inside, a lively party plays out — a cacophony of voices, skin, shimmer, bottles, joy and hormones on repeat.

— Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026
From creators Liz Heldens and Matt Ward, the as-yet-untitled series follows Heidi (Banks), who is fresh off a messy divorce and sets out to secure a lively second act for herself and her kids.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 16 July 2026

Definition of lively

Adjective

Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches.

— CA Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
In the hours, sometimes days, leading up to a collapse, the sensors could clearly detect a rapid increase in the ground tilting motion.

— Rosanna Xia, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026

Definition of rapid

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These tactics often cater to baddies — Gen Z-speak for any fashionable, confident person — to reach younger, usually female audiences.

— Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Channel your inner Sporty Spice with preppy tees featuring jersey numbers and rugby stripes, executed with fashionable precision by Versace, Nili Lotan, Staud, and TWP.

— Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 10 July 2026

Definition of fashionable

Adjective

The actress and comedian, 46, turned up the heat in a fiery red dress at the 2026 ESPYS.

— Jaclyn Hendricks, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
The satellites would only survive about 20 minutes before ultimately plunging to their fiery doom reentering Earth’s atmosphere.

— Lee Billings & Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 16 July 2026

Definition of fiery

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