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livelily

live·ly
L l

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [lahyv-lee]
    • /ˈlaɪv li/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [lahyv-lee]
    • /ˈlaɪv li/

Definitions of livelily word

  • adjective livelily full or suggestive of life or vital energy; active, vigorous, or brisk: a lively discussion. 1
  • adjective livelily animated, spirited, vivacious, or sprightly: a lively tune; a lively wit. 1
  • adjective livelily eventful, stirring, or exciting: The opposition gave us a lively time. 1
  • adjective livelily bustling with activity; astir: The marketplace was lively with vendors. 1
  • adjective livelily strong, keen, or distinct; vivid: a lively recollection. 1
  • adjective livelily striking, telling, or effective, as an expression or instance. 1

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Origin of livelily

First appearance:

before 1000
One of the 6% oldest English words
before 1000; Middle English; Old English līflīc vital. See life, -ly

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Parts of speech for Livelily

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

livelily popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

livelily usage trend in Literature

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