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vivacity

[vɪˈvæsɪti]
nounfeminine
vivacidade
1. the quality of being lively, animated, and spirited; liveliness
She danced with great vivacity and enthusiasm.
Ela dançou com grande vivacidade e entusiasmo.
2. cheerfulness and high spirits; brightness
The vivacity of the party was contagious.
A vivacidade da festa era contagiante.
3. quickness and liveliness of mind; wit and intelligence
Her vivacity in conversation made her popular at social gatherings.
Sua vivacidade na conversa a tornava popular em reuniões sociais.
NYC Slang
spunk
Synonyms
livelinessanimationspiritednesscheerfulnessexuberancevitality
Antonyms
lethargydullnessapathysluggishnesslistlessness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vivacidade
standard term used throughout Brazil
Portugal
vivacidade
standard term; may also use 'animação' in some contexts
General
animação
alternative term with similar meaning

Related Idioms & Phrases

full of vivacity
with vivacity and charm
youthful vivacity
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