The Opposite(Antonym) of “lethargic”
The antonym of lethargic is energetic, lively, and active. The antonyms energetic, lively, and active convey a positive and lively emotional state. It implies a high level of energy, enthusiasm, and liveliness.
Definitions and Examples of energetic, lively, active
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having or showing great energy or enthusiasm.
Example
She was so energetic that she could run a marathon without breaking a sweat.
Full of energy and enthusiasm; animated or spirited.
Example
The party was so lively that everyone danced until dawn.
Engaging in physical or mental activity; busy or occupied.
Example
He was so active that he could juggle work, family, and hobbies without feeling tired.
Key Differences: energetic vs lively vs active
- 1Energetic describes a person who has a lot of energy and enthusiasm.
- 2Lively describes a person or event that is full of energy and enthusiasm.
- 3Active describes a person who is engaged in physical or mental activity.
Effective Usage of energetic, lively, active
- 1Express Enthusiasm: Use energetic, lively, and active to express excitement and enthusiasm.
- 2Describe People: Use these antonyms to describe people who are full of life and energy.
- 3Narrate Events: Utilize these antonyms in narratives to create vivid descriptions of events and characters.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Energetic conveys a person's energy and enthusiasm, lively describes a person or event that is full of energy and enthusiasm, and active describes a person who is engaged in physical or mental activity. Use these words to express enthusiasm, describe people, and narrate events by creating vivid descriptions of events and characters.
