snappy

• Descreve algo vivo, energético, estiloso ou moderno na aparência ou no jeito; também algo rápido e direto, ou ainda sagaz e espirituoso.

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.

   Irritadiço

   • 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.

   Sinônimosabruptbrusquecurtirritablesharpshortsnappishtersetesty

   Antônimosaffableamiablecordialgenialgraciouskindpatientpleasant

2. Smart and fashionableB1informal

   Having a stylish, neat, and modern appearance.

   Elegante e moderno

   • 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.

   Sinônimoschicdapperfashionablenattysharpsmartsprucestylish

   Antônimosdowdyfrumpyshabbyunfashionable

3. Pleasantly cold and invigoratingB2informal

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

   Frio revigorante

   • 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.

   Sinônimosbracingbriskchillycrispfreshinvigoratingnippy

   Antônimosbalmyhotmuggysultrywarm

4. Up-to-date in dress and mannersB2informal

   Marked by modern, trendy style and polished behavior.

   Estiloso

   • 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.

   Sinônimoschicdapperfashionablemodishsharpsmartstylishtrendy

   Antônimosdowdyfrumpyoutdatedunfashionable

5. Quick and energeticB1informal

   Characterized by speed, liveliness, and briskness.

   Rápido e energético

   • 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.

   Sinônimosanimatedbriskdynamicenergeticlivelypeppyquickspiritedsprightlyzippy

   Antônimoslanguidlethargicslowsluggishtorpid