vivaciously
|vi-va-cious-ly|
/vɪˈveɪʃəsli/
(vivacious)
lively and energetic
Etymology
'vivaciously' originates from English (Modern), formed from the adjective 'vivacious' + the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The adjective 'vivacious' ultimately traces to Latin 'vivax', with the root 'viv-' (from Latin 'vivere') meaning 'to live'.
'vivacious' came into English via Late Latin/Old French: Latin 'vivax' ('long-lived, vigorous') → Late Latin/Old French 'vivace'/'vivace' → Middle English/Modern English 'vivacious', and the adverb 'vivaciously' was formed by adding '-ly'.
Initially it meant 'full of life or vigor' (from Latin); over time this core meaning has largely persisted and is now expressed as 'lively, animated' in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
related noun form 'vivacity' (the quality of being lively and animated).
Her vivacity was clear when she spoke vivaciously at the event.
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Adjective 1
base adjective form related to 'vivaciously' (the adjective 'vivacious' meaning attractively lively and animated).
'Vivaciously' is formed from the adjective 'vivacious'.
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Adverb 1
in a lively, animated, or energetic manner; with vivacity and spirited enthusiasm.
She greeted everyone vivaciously, making the room feel brighter.
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