high-spirited
Americanadjective
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characterized by energetic enthusiasm, elation, vivacity, etc.
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boldly courageous; mettlesome.
adjective
Other Word Forms
- high-spiritedly adjective
- high-spiritedness noun
Etymology
Origin of high-spirited
First recorded in 1625–35
Vocabulary lists containing high-spirited
Example Sentences
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Either way, the high-spirited jams are a throwback to a time when you still felt like clapping your hands, and maybe even saying “yeah. “
From Salon • Jun. 28, 2025
Separate from the group’s rhythm, its four strings add a high-spirited element to the traditional style of folk music.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2024
Ms. Springsteen’s high-spirited ethos, ever-present, seemed to be the through line in her life, and one that buoyed the lives of the people around her.
From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2024
Her mother relished Bonmati's disregard for gender norms, while her father would fashion a ball from aluminium foil and take on his young daughter in high-spirited games in the kitchen.
From BBC • Dec. 13, 2023
Pumphrey warns Booth that the mare is extremely high-spirited.
From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly
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