— spiritedly , adv. — spiritedness , n.
/spir"i tid/ , adj.
having or showing mettle, courage, vigor, liveliness, etc.: a spirited defense of poetry.
[ 1590-1600; SPIRIT + -ED 3 ]
Syn . animated, vivacious, ardent, active, energetic, lively, vigorous, courageous, mettlesome.