Definition

The quality of being lively, spirited, or full of energy, often in a bold or aggressive way.

Example

Her feistiness made her stand out in the competition.

Conversation

I really admire her feistiness during competitions.

Yeah, it definitely gives her an edge over the others.

It makes watching her so much more exciting, right?

Absolutely! Her energy is contagious.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Feistiness originates from the word 'feisty' (from the dialectal 'feist', meaning lively or spirited) combined with the suffix '-ness' (meaning the state or quality of). The term 'feistiness' refers to the quality of being lively, spirited, or aggressive.

Memory Tip

Think of 'feisty' as describing someone who is lively and spirited, and remember that '-ness' indicates a state or quality. So, feistiness is the state of being spirited or lively.

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