spritely
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈspraɪtli/
KK: /ˈspraɪtli/
adjective
Definition
Full of energy and lively spirit; cheerful and animated.
Example
The spritely old man danced with joy at the party.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: spritelyer
Superlative: spritelyest
Conversation
I love how spritely you are when you dance!
Thanks! I just feel so alive when the music plays.
Your energy is contagious; it really makes everyone smile.
I think being spritely helps lift everyone's mood.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
lively
animated
vivacious
Antonyms
lethargic
listless
dull
adverb
Definition
In a lively and energetic way, similar to how a sprite would behave.
Example
She danced spritely across the stage, captivating the audience with her energy.
Conversation
I saw her dancing at the party last night; she moved so spritely!
Really? I wish I could dance like that.
Yeah, it was like she was floating across the floor with such spritely energy.
Root Explanation
**Spritely** → It is formed from "sprite" (from Middle English *spryte*, meaning a spirit or lively being) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "spritely" means in a lively or spirited manner.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'spirit' that is full of life and energy — that's what 'spritely' means, to act in a lively manner.
Visually Confused Words
spiritedly
seriately
privately
unspiritedly
tritely
sportly
spirity
spiritlessly