Word
snappy
Phoneticssnap·py, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈsnæpi/
UK/snˈæpi/
Definition
adj. describing something that is quick, clever, and interesting. It can also describe someone who is impatient or gets angry quickly.
adj. characterised by a brisk, energetic, or concise quality; alternatively, prone to irritable or impatient speech. Often used to describe writing, fashion, or temperament.
Examples
“The article has a very snappy title.”
“He gave a snappy answer because he was tired and didn't want to be bothered.”
“The marketing team insisted on a snappy slogan that would resonate with younger consumers while remaining brief enough for social media headers.”
Examples
simple
“The article has a very snappy title.”
contextual
“He gave a snappy answer because he was tired and didn't want to be bothered.”
complex
“The marketing team insisted on a snappy slogan that would resonate with younger consumers while remaining brief enough for social media headers.”
Usage
Often used in the phrase 'make it snappy' to tell someone to hurry up.
Etymology
From snap + -y.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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ADJECTIVE
Idioms
01. make it snappy
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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