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What does "perky" mean?

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Rebecca

"Perky" when used to describe things, as it is here in this video, means to be standing upright or to be firm. It can also describe shape where something curves or points upwards. When describing a person, it means lively, cheerful and energetic. Ex: The plant looks much perkier since I watered it. Ex: I've been working out because I want my butt to be perkier. Ex: He wasn't quite as perky as normal. Ex: She had a perky, independent spirit.

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