PEPPY Synonyms: 170 Similar and Opposite Words

peppy

adjective

ˈpe-pē

Definition of peppy

as in energetic

having active strength of body or mind a peppy and entertaining group of young musicians

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as in lively

having much high-spirited energy and movement a peppy dance performance

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Recent Examples of peppy Brown is, of course, the titular character here, a peppy and intelligent young lady who has a real panache for solving crimes and breaking the fourth wall during her many adventures. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 27 May 2026 The series welcomes us into its world every week with a peppy pinball alien girl, bobbing and weaving her way through the myriad challenges of everyday life, never failing to arrive at her intended destination. — Erin Qualey, Vulture, 20 May 2026 Despite the grimness of the scene, the tone of the song is peppy and disorientingly pretty, with a shivery Dorian twist in its churning melody. — Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 19 May 2026 Welcome hummingbirds to your landscape by filling planters and beds with blooms that range from warm flamingo pink to eye-popping magenta to peppy bubblegum. — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 18 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for peppy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for peppy

Adjective

Both bands, originating from the Chicagoland area, delivered energetic sets to an enthusiastic crowd.

— Jim Ryan, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
The gregarious and media-savvy Hilton has been waging an energetic and effervescent run for governor, with multiple appearances a day and frequent updates to his cheeky social media accounts.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of energetic

Adjective

Back at the hotel, rotating art, live performances, wellness programming, and seasonal events keep things lively.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
People have flocked there from California, Washington and Oregon, taking advantage of Boise's lower cost of living, relatively mild winters, and lively outdoor scene.

— CJ Haddad,Katie Tarasov, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of lively

Adjective

Despite a recent controversy regarding his comments about Dodgers fans, Crow-Armstrong's dynamic play and the potential for a new MVP face could sway voters over Ohtani's two-way dominance.

— Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
The 11mm dynamic speaker drivers deliver punchy bass and detailed clarity, while Clear Calling algorithms filter out background wind and hallway noise during calls.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of dynamic

Adjective

Set physical activity goals and prioritize exercise, including both aerobic activities such as brisk walking, cycling or swimming, along with strength training.

— Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Fredericson recommends simple, everyday activities such as brisk neighborhood walks, gardening, cycling, bodyweight exercises and even parking farther from the entrance at the grocery store.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of brisk

Adjective

Every active iPhone, iPad, or Mac sold generates continuous cash flow regardless of whether the owner upgrades their physical device that year.

— Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2026
Meta reported in July that Instagram has 2 billion daily active users — nearly a quarter of the Earth's population.

— John Ruwitch, NPR, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of active

Adjective

To imagine the natural world not as a passive resource but as an animate collaborator would be to reorder more than aesthetic categories, demanding another relation to our environment.

— Tara Anne Dalbow, ARTnews.com, 29 May 2026
Zugunruhe is the itinerant desire of any animate being to keep moving and growing.

— Big Think, Big Think, 6 May 2026