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Question		Answer
you have little energy or interest in anything: start learning		lethargic, listless apathetic The medication had left her feeling lethargic and depressed. Ever since she had flu she’s been quite listless.
meaning ‘energetic and healthy’ is often applied to older people start learning		sprightly, SPRY brisk, dashing, perky A sprightly 84-year-old, Jean is a regular at these meetings.
often describes groups of people who are lively, noisy and difficult to control: start learning		boisterous The rain didn’t seem to bother the boisterous crowd who had gathered to hear her speak. I’d just taught a rather boisterous class of teenagers. boisterous storm that had been harassing southern coasts of our island contributed largely to utter calamity.
describe someone who is both energetic and happy: start learning		bouncy, effervescent An effervescent liquid produces bubbles of gas: effervescent vitamin C supplements. Her bouncy personality and big laugh endeared her to the nation. He’s a confident young man with a great smile and an effervescent personality. an effervescent mixture of cheap wine, fruit flavours, sugar, and dioxide.

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