və̇ˈvāshəsˌvīˈ- adjective
Etymology: Latin vivac-, vivax long-lived, vivacious (from vivere to live) + English -ious — more at quick
1. archaic : having vigorous powers of life : tenacious of life : long-lived
the faith of Christianity is far more vivacious than any mere ravishment of the imagination — Issac Taylor
2. : lively in temper or conduct : sprightly
in contrast to the dour, lethargic … orang, the chimpanzee is highly active, vivacious — Weston La Barre
a strong vivacious strain, a bright noonday song, full of health and assurance — John Burroughs
Synonyms: see lively