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perky

US/ˈpɝki/ uncommon obsolete

adjective

1.

characterized by liveliness and light-heartedness

  • “buoyant spirits”
  • “his quick wit and chirpy humor”
  • “looking bright and well and chirpy”
  • “a perky little widow in her 70s”
Synonyms
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Origin

From perk + -y.

Phrases

  • perk up

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