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    Vif (en. Lively)

    /vif/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Full of life and energy.
    He has a lively and cheerful temperament.
    Il a un tempérament vif et joyeux.
    Quick, done with liveliness.
    She made a quick decision.
    Elle a pris une décision vive.
    Intense, colorful.
    This painting has bright colors.
    Cette peinture a des couleurs vives.
    Showing great intellectual liveliness.
    He has a sharp and curious mind.
    Il a un esprit vif et curieux.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'vivus' meaning alive.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in a lively manner
    with intensity or speed.
    de façon vive
    to have a quick mind
    to be very intelligent or reactive.
    avoir l'esprit vif
    bright colors
    intense and bright colors.
    couleurs vives

    Related Words

    living
    Full of life.
    vivant
    vital
    Essential to life.
    vital
    animation
    State or character of an animated, lively thing.
    animation

    Slang Meanings

    Quick in actions.
    He is always quick on his feet.
    Il est toujours vif sur ses pieds.
    To have a quick reaction.
    This person is really sharp-witted.
    Cette personne est vraiment vive d'esprit.