English Explanatory Dictionary

spritely

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of or relating to a sprite.
  2. Alternative spelling of sprightly.
adv
  1. In a manner reminiscent of a sprite.

Pronunciation

/ˈspɹaɪtli/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-spritely.wav

Word forms

spritely spritelier spriteliest more spritely most spritely

Etymology

From sprite + -ly.

Derived words

spriteliness
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