snappy

• Décrit quelque chose de vif, d'énergique ou de stylé dans son apparence ou son comportement, ou qui est net et précis.

Describes something that is lively, brisk, or smart in appearance or manner.

1. Irritable or curtB2informal

   Tending to speak in a sharp, irritable, or impatient manner.

   Irritable ou sec

   • He was feeling snappy after a long day at work.
   • Her snappy reply caught everyone off guard.
   • Try not to be so snappy with the customers.

   Synonymesabruptbrusquecurtirritablesharpshortsnappishtersetesty

   Antonymesaffableamiablecordialgenialgraciouskindpatientpleasant

2. Smart and fashionableB1informal

   Having a stylish, neat, and modern appearance.

   Élégant et moderne

   • She wore a snappy little black dress to the party.
   • He always looks snappy in his tailored suits.
   • The store sells snappy accessories for young professionals.

   Synonymeschicdapperfashionablenattysharpsmartsprucestylish

   Antonymesdowdyfrumpyshabbyunfashionable

3. Pleasantly cold and invigoratingB2informal

   Describing weather that is brisk, fresh, and refreshingly cold.

   Vif et froid agréable

   • The snappy autumn air made the walk enjoyable.
   • We went for a hike in the snappy morning breeze.
   • A snappy wind blew through the open window.

   Synonymesbracingbriskchillycrispfreshinvigoratingnippy

   Antonymesbalmyhotmuggysultrywarm

4. Up-to-date in dress and mannersB2informal

   Marked by modern, trendy style and polished behavior.

   élégant et moderne

   • The new intern is quite snappy in both dress and conversation.
   • He has a snappy, contemporary way of presenting ideas.
   • Her snappy demeanor impressed the interviewers.

   Synonymeschicdapperfashionablemodishsharpsmartstylishtrendy

   Antonymesdowdyfrumpyoutdatedunfashionable

5. Quick and energeticB1informal

   Characterized by speed, liveliness, and briskness.

   vif et énergique

   • The band played a snappy tune that got everyone dancing.
   • He gave a snappy salute before leaving the room.
   • The presentation was snappy and kept the audience engaged.

   Synonymesanimatedbriskdynamicenergeticlivelypeppyquickspiritedsprightlyzippy

   Antonymeslanguidlethargicslowsluggishtorpid