snappy

adjective

snap·​py ˈsna-pē How to pronounce snappy (audio)
snappier; snappiest
1
2
a
: quickly made or done
a snappy decision
b
: marked by vigor or liveliness
snappy dialogue
c
: briskly cold
d
: stylish, smart
a snappy dresser
snappily adverb
snappiness noun

Examples of snappy in a Sentence

a car with a snappy engine The show is well-acted, and the dialogue is snappy.
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Betty’s multitude of nutty roles during her decade-long heyday is cleverly addressed head-on in a snappy opening number in the all-black-and-white, lingo-spouting, cartoon world of the Fleischer Studios of the ‘30s. Frank Rizzo, Variety, 8 Apr. 2025 Faster processing brings snappier, smarter autofocus to the camera too. Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025 Xiaomi Mix Flip for £749: Xiaomi’s first flip phone is surprisingly good, with two relatively bright and roomy screens, solid stamina, fast charging, and snappy performance. Simon Hill, Wired News, 27 Mar. 2025 Operation is effortless thanks to the fine tuning of the works within, with snappy feedback and buttery smooth action. Blake Buettner, Robb Report, 21 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for snappy

Word History

First Known Use

1746, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of snappy was in 1746

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“Snappy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snappy. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

snappy

adjective
snap·​py ˈsnap-ē How to pronounce snappy (audio)
snappier; snappiest
1
2
a
: quickly made or done
b
: full of life : lively
c
: briskly cold
d
: stylish, smart
a snappy dresser
snappily adverb

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