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The vivacious host made every guest feel welcome.
What does Vivacious mean?
Vivacious means lively, cheerful, and full of energy.
Dictionary definition
Lively, cheerful, and full of energy.
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What does vivacious mean?
Vivacious means lively, cheerful, and full of energy.
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Which word is closest in meaning to vivacious?
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Vivacious
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vih · vay · shus · strongest beat: vay
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WordVivacious.
Partadjective.
MeaningVivacious means lively, cheerful, and full of energy.
ExampleExample: The vivacious host made every guest feel welcome.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- vih · vay · shus
- Strongest beat
- vay
- Ending
- shus
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on vay.
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Synonyms
Words like Vivacious
livelyUse when someone is cheerful and energetic.
Antonyms
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dullUse when someone or something lacks energy.
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Word family
Vivacious word family
Base word
vivacious
noun
vivacity
Lively and cheerful energy.
adverb
vivaciously
In a lively and cheerful way.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show cheerful energy and liveliness.
Common mix-up
Vivacious is a positive word for lively energy; it does not mean noisy in a bad way.
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