life of party

Group energy source

The life of the party is the person who brings the most energy and entertainment to a social gathering—the one who keeps conversation flowing, makes people laugh, and draws others in.

The phrase often implies extroversion and charisma: She's always the life of the party.

It can also be used sarcastically for someone notably dull or withdrawn.

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charming · center · spotlight · working the room · host · dancing · dance floor · laughter · jokes · mingling · making friends · vivacious · gregarious · fun · good time · bubbly · outgoing · crowd

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Opposites
social presence and energy

life of partywallflower

Shy person avoiding socializing

wet blanket · party pooper · killjoy · buzzkill · shrinking violet

social magnetism

life of partywallflower

Shy person avoiding socializing

social outcast · pariah · background character · nobody · nonentity

Family

life, party, live, lively, livelihood, lifelike, lifeless, lifetime, lifelong

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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G