sprightful Meaning, Definition & Usage

Spright"ful adjective

Etymology

Spright sprite + full.

Definitions

1. Full of spirit or of life; earnest; vivacious; lively; brisk; nimble; gay. Obs. -- Spright"ful*ly, adv. Obs. = spirited, now most common. This word sounds too much like "frightful" Shak. -- Spright"ful*ness, n. Obs.

   Spoke like a sprightful gentlemen. Shak.

   Steeds sprightful as the light. Cowley.