Definition

In a lively and cheerful way.

Example

She danced perkily at the party, bringing joy to everyone around her.

Conversation

Why do you always wake up so perkily?

I guess I just love mornings and the fresh start they bring.

I wish I could be as perkily cheerful as you are.

You can! Just try starting your day with something you enjoy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Perkily → It is formed from "perky" (from the dialectal English "perky", meaning lively or cheerful) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "perkily" means in a lively or cheerful manner.

Memory Tip

Think of someone being lively or cheerful ('perky') and how they act 'in that manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'perkily' describes a cheerful way of behaving.

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