vivace

(vē väc̸hā)

adjective, adverb

Musical Direction (in a) lively or spirited (manner)

Origin: It < L vivax: see vivacious

See vivace in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adverb & adj.
Music
In a lively or vivacious manner. Used chiefly as a direction.

Origin:

Origin: Italian

Origin: , from Latin vīvāx, vīvāc-, vivacious; see vivacious

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