feisty
word
Definition
Describes someone who is energetic, lively, and not afraid to argue or show strong spirit, especially when they are small or not expected to be strong.
Usage & Nuances
'Feisty' is informal and often affectionate, used for people (especially women, children, or animals) who are unexpectedly spirited or bold. It may suggest someone stands up for themselves. Avoid using it in very formal contexts.
Spanish: peleona - enérgica - de carácter fuertePortuguese (BR): arretada - enérgica - destemidaPortuguese (PT): destemida - enérgica - atrevidaChinese (Simplified): 好斗的 - 精力充沛的 - 活泼的Chinese (Traditional): 好鬥的 - 精力充沛的 - 活潑的Hindi: जुझारू - तगड़ी - जोशिलीArabic: مشاكسة - قوية العزيمة - جريئةBengali: তেজস্বী - উচ্ছলRussian: бойкий - дерзкийJapanese: 元気がいい - 気が強いVietnamese: hăng hái - mạnh mẽ - bướng bỉnh (tính cách)Korean: 당차다 - 혈기왕성하다Turkish: atılgan - cevval - enerjikUrdu: پر جوش - جریIndonesian: berani - enerjik - penuh semangat
Example Sentences
The feisty cat refused to back down from the dog.
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My grandmother is very feisty for her age.
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The feisty student challenged the teacher's idea politely.
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She's small, but don't let that fool you—she's really feisty!
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I love his feisty attitude in debates—it keeps things interesting.
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My dog may be tiny, but he’s as feisty as they come.
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