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perky Definition

perky (pʉr)

adjective perkier perk′i·er, perkiest perk′i·est

  1. self-confident; aggressive
  2. sprightly or lively; saucy; jaunty

Etymology: perk + -y

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perky Synonyms

perky

modif.

  1. Proud

    dignified, haughty, jaunty; see proud 1.

  2. Alert

    aware, brisk, lively; see active 2.

perky Usage Examples

Adjective complement with noun phrase

  • keep: So that's how to keep a pinta perky - Kevin!

Modifying Another Word

  • very: CINDY, a very perky very young woman with curly blond hair, is on the phone under a sign proclaiming " Rain King.
  • so: My loafs are so perky and cute sometimes I just have to pinch them to make sure they're real.
  • particularly: Laid back as I still am not feeling particularly perky.
  • too: Her step father is one of those too perky cheerful people.
  • quite: By the end of the evening everyone was quite perky, enjoying the celebration of Tinsel & Turkey.
  • normally: The normally perky Duff adds depth to Sam, but is sabotaged by silly stereotypes invading every scene.

Used with adjective complement

  • feel: Laid back as I still am not feeling particularly perky.
  • look: By the time he got action central, the best part of him was out and looking perky.

Modifies a noun

  • self: Ludwig was not his usual perky, quirky self.
  • music: Go here for a little bit of history, complete with perky baroque music for added atmosphere.
  • boob: You'll definitely rub one out to their firm, tight bodies and their perfect perky boobs.
  • performance: How many pills does Miss Hoolie have to pop before putting on another ridiculously perky performance for the cameras?
  • woman: CINDY, a very perky very young woman with curly blond hair, is on the phone under a sign proclaiming " Rain King.
  • tune: They keep their spirits up by making perky tunes vaguely influenced by 60s girl bands and power pop.

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  8. perjury
  9. perjurious
  10. perjuring
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