perkier
More bright-eyed now
Perkier is the comparative form of perky—more lively, cheerful, or spirited.
Someone who's had coffee might seem perkier than before.
A perkier tone suggests increased energy or enthusiasm: She sounded perkier after the good news.
Can also describe things that are more upright or pert: a perkier ponytail.
Animated and energetic
- animatedFull of life, or drawn moving
- vivaciousAttractively energetic and enthusiastic
- bouncyTends to rebound
- dynamicActive and changing
exuberant · jaunty · peppy · spirited · spunky · zippy · active · brisk
Lively in flavor
- boldCourageous and daring
- brightEmitting or reflecting light
- tangySharp and lively-tasting
- sharpFine-edged, or astute
vibrant · punchy · fresh · lively · crisp · snappy · zingy · spirited
lively
Animated and energetic
- animatedFull of life, or drawn moving
- vivaciousAttractively energetic and enthusiastic
- bouncyTends to rebound
dynamic · exuberant · jaunty · peppy · spirited · spunky · zippy · active · brisk · sparkling
zesty
Lively in flavor
sharp · vibrant · punchy · fresh · lively · crisp · snappy · zingy · spirited · bracing
smile
Pleased facial expression
blithe · contented · mirthful · optimistic · radiant · genial · beaming · grinning · lighthearted · amiable
uplifted
Made happier or higher
shapely · youthful · rejuvenated · enhanced · supported · sculpted · contoured · defined · toned · elevated
- perking upBecoming more animated
- perking up one's earsBecoming auditorily attentive