Definition

In a lively and energetic way, often used to describe someone who is active and agile, especially in older age.

Example

Despite her age, she moved spryly around the dance floor, impressing everyone with her energy.

Conversation

Did you see how she danced at the party last night?

Yes, she moved so spryly for someone her age!

I know, right? It's impressive how she keeps up with everyone.

Absolutely! It just shows that age is just a number.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Spryly** → The word 'spryly' is derived from 'spry' (from Middle English *spry*, meaning lively or active) and the suffix '-ly' (meaning in a manner of). Thus, 'spryly' means in a lively or active manner.

Memory Tip

Think of someone being 'lively' or 'active' ('spry') and how they do things 'in a manner of' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'spryly' describes doing something in a lively way.

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