adjective
- full of energy and enthusiasm; active and animated
- bright and striking in appearance
- intellectually stimulating; engaging
adverb
- in a lively manner; with energy and enthusiasm
Examples
- The children had a lively discussion about their favorite books.
- She painted the room in lively colors of yellow and orange.
- The lively music made everyone want to dance.
- He walked lively down the street, whistling a tune.
- The debate became quite lively when they discussed politics.
- Her lively personality made her popular with her classmates.
- The lively marketplace was filled with vendors and shoppers.