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spiritedly

B1
adverb

Pronunciation

UK

  • /spˈɪrɪtˌɪdlɪ/

US

  • /spˈɪrɪtˌɪdli/

Description

To do something spiritedly means to do it with lively energy, strong feeling, and confidence. Imagine a child joining a game with bright eyes and full excitement. A group might talk spiritedly when everyone is eager, involved, and full of life. Someone might sing or dance spiritedly, giving themselves fully to the moment. It is not just about moving fast. It is about showing energy and spirit in a clear, active way.

Examples

  1. 1

    Choir performance

    The choir sang spiritedly at the end of the concert.

  2. 2

    Meeting defense

    She defended her plan spiritedly at the meeting.

  3. 3

    Sports fans

    Fans waved their flags and cheered spiritedly from the stands.

  4. 4

    Political debate

    The two candidates debated spiritedly but shook hands afterward.

See also

adverbwith lively energy, enthusiasm, or determination

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Used with (collocations)

  • argue spiritedly
  • debate spiritedly
  • defend something spiritedly
  • play spiritedly

Word family

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  • liveliness
  • determination

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Main spelling

  • spiritedlyadverb