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Definition of peppy

peppy

/ˈpɛp.i/
pep · py
Adverb:peppily
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1

Lively, energetic, and full of high spirits or enthusiasm.

Example

"The instructor played a peppy soundtrack to keep everyone motivated during the morning workout."

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• Rhymes for peppy

• Nearby Words

peppery
peppily
peppiness
peppy
pepsi
peptic
per

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in early 20th-century American English from the noun 'pep' (an abbreviation of 'pepper', used figuratively to mean spirit or energy) combined with the suffix '-y'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Peppy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/peppy
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