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spiritedly

spiritedly

1 5.1
In a lively and energetic way that shows excitement
  • adverb
  • /ˈspɪrɪtɪdli/
translation icon : con energía
  • The children participated spiritedly in the school play, bringing it to life with their excitement.

Examples

  • Spiritedly.

    Fiction book (1993)
  • More often than not, such issues are swiftly and spiritedly acknowledged through diplomatic channels by the nation whose borders are affected.

    Academic text (1992)
  • Then your father was walking by a building, hears girls screaming for help, at which point you spiritedly reenacted this moment in the story.

  • " It'll serve you right," Beverly called back spiritedly.

    Fiction book (2002)
  • Hy and I disagreed frequently and fought spiritedly over our differences.

    Fiction book (1999)
  • The Barbarians declare spiritedly.

    Academic text (1992)
  • To bring this imagined and crafted work into a sound reality, the performer must imagine and craft as persistently, as spiritedly, and as thoughtfully as the composer.

    Academic text (2000)
  • Given this unwillingness, many mean-spiritedly argue that measures to save African lives only add to the problem of overpopulation, concluding that aid should be restricted to programs promoting family planning.

    Academic text (1993)
  • Beverly called back spiritedly as she ran ahead of her friends.

  • During the game, the players cheered spiritedly, showing their enthusiasm and energy.

Synonyms

enthusiastically
vsspiritedly
37 3.5

In a way that shows strong interest and excitement

is lively and eager but less about intense approval
cheerfully
vsspiritedly
34 1.0

In a happy, friendly way that shows you want to help

is lively but not confined to a simple upbeat mood
heartily
vsspiritedly
29 3.4

In a strong, happy, and sincere way

is lively but not primarily about deep sincere warmth
excitedly
vsspiritedly
27 1.0

In a happy, eager way that shows strong interest

is steady lively enthusiasm rather than sudden emotional bursts
energetically
vsspiritedly
8 3.0

In a lively and eager way

is lively and eager rather than mainly forceful action
zealously
vsspiritedly
5 5.4

Doing something with great energy and strong interest

is lively and eager but not always intensely committed
joyously
vsspiritedly
5 3.0

In a way that shows great happiness and excitement

is lively energy but not limited to overt celebration
gaily
vsspiritedly
5 5.2

In a cheerful, lively way that shows happiness

is lively but not mainly about bright visual cheer
cheerily
vsspiritedly
3 2.5

In a happy, friendly way

is a broader lively manner, not only light good humor
animatedly
vsspiritedly
2 4.3

Talks or moves with energy and excitement

is a general lively manner not focused on vivid gestures
vibrantly
vsspiritedly
2 3.5

Shows lively energy and bright color

is lively but less about visual brightness or intensity
dynamically
vsspiritedly
2 4.6

In a lively and energetic way

is lively but not primarily about forceful change or power
exuberantly
vsspiritedly
1 5.1

In a lively, excited way

is lively but not as extremely abundant or overflowing
jauntily
vsspiritedly
1 6.4

Someone moves in a lively, confident way that shows style

is lively energy not tied to a stylish confident attitude
lustily
vsspiritedly
1 4.7

With strong, healthy energy and enthusiasm

is lively yet not always strongly physical or forceful
jovially
vsspiritedly
1 4.6

In a cheerful, friendly way that makes people smile

is lively but not specifically social or company-focused
zestfully
vsspiritedly
1 6.0

To do something with a lot of energy and joy

is general lively manner rather than especially keen intensity
buoyantly
vsspiritedly
1 5.2

In a cheerful, positive, lively way

is lively but not mainly about optimistic uplift
lightheartedly
vsspiritedly
1 3.7

In a cheerful, relaxed way without worry

is lively energy but not mainly carefree or without worry
ebulliently
vsspiritedly
1 7.7

In a lively, cheerful way that shows clear happiness

is lively and eager but less outwardly overflowing
zestily
vsspiritedly
1 5.3

In a lively and excited way

is a lively mood rather than focused keen enjoyment
spryly
vsspiritedly
1 5.6

To move quickly and lightly with energy

is a lively mood rather than focused on nimble movement
boisterously
vsspiritedly
1 4.1

In a noisy, energetic, and cheerful way

is lively but not necessarily loud or disorderly
with a blast
vsspiritedly
  • Informal
1 5.9

In a very lively and excited way often to celebrate

is lively but not always about loud celebration
livingly
vsspiritedly
  • Archaic
7.1

In a way that shows energy and makes things seem real

is a more general lively manner without extra expressive display
vivaciously
vsspiritedly
6.4

In a lively, energetic way that makes people feel excited

is lively but less about charming, showy display
jollily
vsspiritedly
4.5

In a cheerful and lively way

is lively but less about playful humorous tone
gayly
vsspiritedly
  • Archaic
7.0

In a happy, lively way that shows joy

is lively energy but not focused only on decorative cheer
chirpily
vsspiritedly
  • Informal
5.0

In a cheerful, lively way that shows happiness and energy

is a general lively manner rather than quick bright speech
perkily
vsspiritedly
6.4

In a lively, cheerful way that shows confidence

is lively but not specifically bright confident cheer
bouncily
vsspiritedly
4.0

In a lively, energetic way with light jumps

is lively but not specifically springy or physically rhythmic
rollickingly
vsspiritedly
8.1

In a lively, joyful way like when people laugh and play together

is lively but less about noisy carefree rough play
friskily
vsspiritedly
4.6

In a lively, playful way full of energy

is lively but less focused on playful mischief
sportively
vsspiritedly
  • Literature
7.0

In a playful, lively way that shows enjoyment

is lively but not restricted to playful game-like behavior
sportily
vsspiritedly
4.4

In a lively, energetic, stylish way like wearing exercise clothes

is lively but not tied to style or athletic impression
convivially
vsspiritedly
6.8

In a friendly, lively, and enjoyable way

is lively but not limited to friendly social gatherings

Antonyms

3 5.7

In a way that shows little energy or interest

In a way that shows no interest or energy

How Spirited

exuberantly
1 5.1
spiritedly
1 5.1

Surface Forms

spiritedly positive

Morphology

spiritedly = spirited (transparent) = spirit + ed + ly

Formed by adding the adverbial suffix '-ly' to the adjective 'spirited', yielding a straightforward adverbial meaning.

Etymology

Spiritedly comes from the word spirit, which comes from a Latin root meaning 'breath' or 'life'. So, to act spiritedly is like moving with strong 'breath' and energy — just like inspire means to 'breathe' life into an idea, and that's why spiritedly means 'in a lively, energetic, or enthusiastic manner'.