spritely

English

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈspɹaɪtli/
• Rhymes: -aɪtli

Etymology 1

From sprite +‎ -ly.

Adjective

spritely (comparative spritelier, superlative spriteliest)

1. Of or relating to a sprite.
2. Alternative spelling of sprightly.
   • 1991 December 1, Rudy Grillo, “Who's The Top?”, in Gay Community News, volume 19, number 20, page 8:

     Many of Porter's lyrics display a charming, playful irony, a sense of amused mischief and the insight of an outsider, a romantic observer. All that and more is cleverly and meticulously wedded to inventive music and rhythms, a unique blend of spritely intelligence and artful craftsmanship.

Etymology 2

From sprite +‎ -ly (adverb suffix).

Adverb

spritely (comparative more spritely, superlative most spritely)

1. In a manner reminiscent of a sprite.

Anagrams

• priestly