zippy

Full of pep

Zippy means lively, energetic, or moving quickly.

A zippy car accelerates fast; a zippy response comes without delay.

The word has an informal, upbeat quality: The new software feels much zippier than the old version.

Zippy can also describe something pleasantly sharp or tangy: a zippy lemon dressing.

fast

speedy

Characterized by quickness

nimble · fleet · brisk · snappy · sprightly · agile · darting · nifty · light-footed · spry

energetic

dynamic

Active and changing

bubbly · effervescent · enthusiastic · zestful · perky · sprightly · vigorous · ebullient · chipper · jaunty

tangy

zesty

Lively in flavor

piquant · zingy · tangy · lively · bright · fresh · crisp · punchy · snappy · sparkling

vibrant

colorful

Full of varied hues

  • vividIntensely clear and bright
  • brightEmitting or reflecting light
  • boldCourageous and daring

eye-catching · punchy · saturated · popping · flashy · splashy · brilliant · dazzling · striking · loud

cartoon

comic strip

Serialized newspaper cartoon panels

counterculture

Categories
Opposites
speed and pace

zippyslow

Lacking in speed

sluggish · plodding · poky · lagging · creeping

energy and liveliness

zippylethargic

Lacking energy or alertness

sluggish · listless · lifeless · languid · torpid

engagement and interest

zippydull

Lacking edge or interest

boring · tedious · vapid · flat · irksome

Phrases
Family

zip, zipper, zipped, zipping

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G