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

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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

full of vivacity

with vivacity and charm

youthful vivacity

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