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espevitado — meaning in English

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English meaning

lively adj Full of energy and enthusiasm; active and spirited.
sassy adj Bold, cheeky, or full of spirited attitude, especially toward someone in authority.

Senses

espevitado is used for these senses in English:

lively Full of life; energetic, vivacious.
sassy Bold and spirited, often towards someone in authority; cheeky; impudent; saucy. [from 1799]

lively — full definition

adj Full of energy and enthusiasm; active and spirited.
adj Bright, vivid, or vigorous (of colours, imagination, or a scene).

sassy — full definition

adj Bold, cheeky, or full of spirited attitude, especially toward someone in authority.
adj Stylish, fashionable, and full of confident flair.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Portuguese words

vivaz animado borbulhante efervescente vibrante atrevido ousado corajoso