adjective
- having or showing a lively, determined, and courageous spirit; spirited and aggressive
Usage: informal
Examples
- The feisty little dog barked at the much larger German shepherd.
- She’s a feisty competitor who never gives up easily.
- The feisty old woman refused to let anyone help her with her groceries.
- Despite his small size, he had a feisty attitude that impressed his teammates.
- The feisty debate continued well into the evening.
- Her feisty personality made her popular among her classmates.