sprightly
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈspraɪtli/
KK: /ˈsprɪtli/
adjective
Definition
Full of energy and enthusiasm; lively and cheerful.
Example
The sprightly old man danced happily at the party.
Conversation
I saw your grandma at the park today; she looked so sprightly!
Really? That’s great to hear!
Yeah, she was chatting and laughing with everyone.
She always brings such a sprightly energy wherever she goes!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
lively
vibrant
energetic
Antonyms
lethargic
dull
listless
adverb
Definition
In a lively and energetic way, full of life and spirit.
Example
She danced sprightly across the stage, captivating the audience with her energy.
Conversation
Did you see how she danced at the party last night?
Yes, she was so sprightly and full of energy!
I know, right? It was contagious!
Root Explanation
**Sprightly** → It is formed from "spright" (from Middle English *spryght*, meaning spirit or lively being) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "sprightly" means in a lively or spirited manner.
Memory Tip
Think of someone full of 'spirit' ('spright') moving 'lively' ('-ly') — that's why sprightly describes someone who is lively and energetic.
Visually Confused Words
unsprightly
uprightly
sightly
rightly
straightly
slightly
brightly
arightly