adjective
snappy
SNA-pee
Snappy (adjective) means Quick and to the point, often used approvingly. Example: “The ad campaign had a snappy new slogan.”
adjective
1
Quick and to the point, often used approvingly.
"The ad campaign had a snappy new slogan."
2
Irritable or quick to speak sharply.
"He gets snappy when he's hungry."
3
Smart and stylish in appearance.
"He showed up in a snappy new suit."
How to use snappy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDepending on context: quick and catchy, irritable, or sharply dressed.
Common mistake
Context matters a lot here — "a snappy reply" could mean a witty comeback or a curt, annoyed one.
Common pairings
snappy dresser
snappy comeback
get snappy
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Word forms
- Comparative
- snappier
- Superlative
- snappiest
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The ad campaign had a _____ new slogan.
Etymology
From snap + the adjective-forming suffix -y.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for snappy
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What does “snappy” mean?
The word “snappy” means quick and to the point, often used approvingly. In plain terms, depending on context: quick and catchy, irritable, or sharply dressed.
How do you pronounce “snappy”?
“Snappy” is pronounced SNA-pee (/ˈsnæpi/ in IPA).
How do you use “snappy” in a sentence?
Here is “snappy” used in a sentence: “The ad campaign had a snappy new slogan.”
What part of speech is “snappy”?
“Snappy” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “snappy” have?
“Snappy” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: quick and to the point, often used approvingly.
