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perky Antonyms

Opposite of perky

Because the opposite of perky shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Cheerful, lively, and full of energetic spirit.

Usage Example

"Despite the early morning hour, the barista greeted every customer with a gloomy smile."

Strongest
gloomy
listless
Strong
lethargic
sluggish
downcast
sullen
morose
dull

• adjective (Context 2)

Standing up firmly, jauntily, or briskly; not drooping.

Usage Example

"The terrier's droopy ears twitched at the faint sound of footsteps outside."

Strongest
droopy
limp
sagging
Strong
flaccid
wilted

Similar words to perky

Words similar to perky shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

chipper
peppy
cheerful
lively
bubbly
upbeat
erect
pert
See all synonyms of perky

• Nearby Words

perk
perkily
perkiness
perky
perm
permaculture
permanence

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Perky. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/perky
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