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

Quick and to the point, often used approvingly.

"The ad campaign had a snappy new slogan."

Irritable or quick to speak sharply.

"He gets snappy when he's hungry."

Smart and stylish in appearance.

"He showed up in a snappy new suit."

How to use snappy

Learner’s notes

In 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

Word forms

snappier comparative, snappiest superlative

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Etymology

From snap + the adjective-forming suffix -y.

Rhymes for snappy

appy happy nappy pappy sappy cappy chappy crappy slappy scrappy unhappy

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Frequently asked questions

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.