Vivacious
/vɪˈveɪ.ʃəs/noun
Attractively lively and animated.
Did you know?The word 'vivacious' stems from Latin roots meaning 'full of life', reflecting a connection to vitality that was often celebrated in ancient cultures as a sign of divine favor.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
vivax
“full of life, lively”
Latin
Latin
vivere
“to live”
16th Century
French
vivace
“lively, animated”
19th Century
English
vivacious
“characterized by high spirits and liveliness”