zippy
/ˈzɪpi/
ADJECTIVE
1. Energetic and lively
Full of energy, enthusiasm, and liveliness; showing an active, cheerful, or spirited character.
1.1. Full of energy and vitality
Describes a person, animal, or thing that displays abundant energy, vigor, and an active nature.
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Examples
- The toddler wore a pair of zippy sneakers, allowing him to run around the playground with ease.
- The new fitness instructor brought a zippy energy to every class.
- Her zippy personality made even ordinary gatherings feel exciting.
Related Words
1.2. Cheerful and high-spirited
Describes someone or something with a bright, upbeat, enthusiastic, and playful disposition.
Synonyms
- cheerful
- upbeat
- buoyant
- bubbly
- chipper
- perky
- jaunty
- exuberant
- effervescent
- playful
- high-spirited
- sprightly
Antonyms
Examples
- The comedian delivered a zippy routine, keeping the audience laughing with rapid-fire jokes.
- Her zippy attitude lifted everyone's spirits during the long journey.
- The children enjoyed the zippy music and danced enthusiastically.
Related Words
- optimistic
- enthusiastic
- merry
- jovial
- vivacious
- good-humored
ADJECTIVE
2. Quick and speedy
Moving, operating, or happening at a high speed; characterized by rapid action or performance.
2.1. Fast movement or acceleration
Describes a vehicle, person, or moving object that travels or accelerates quickly and easily.
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- The sports car had zippy acceleration, reaching high speeds in a matter of seconds.
- The small motorcycle proved surprisingly zippy on winding roads.
- Despite its compact size, the vehicle was remarkably zippy.
Related Words
- acceleration
- velocity
- momentum
- agile
- nimble
- breakneck
2.2. Fast and responsive performance
Describes a computer, device, or system that responds quickly and performs operations without noticeable delay.
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- slow
- sluggish
- unresponsive
- laggy
- poky
Examples
- Sarah's new laptop had a zippy processor, making it perfect for multitasking.
- The application felt zippy after the latest performance update.
- A zippy internet connection made downloading large files much easier.
Related Words
- processor
- processing speed
- performance
- efficiency
- latency
- computing power
2.3. Quick and lively delivery
Describes speech, writing, entertainment, or an activity that proceeds rapidly and energetically, often with a lively rhythm.
Synonyms
- brisk
- snappy
- rapid-fire
- fast-paced
- lively
- spirited
- animated
Antonyms
Examples
- The comedian delivered a zippy routine filled with rapid-fire jokes.
- The presenter kept the discussion zippy and engaging.
- The film's zippy dialogue made every scene entertaining.