a. | 1. | Having life, in opposition to dead; living; being in a state in which the organs perform their functions; |
2. | In a state of action; in force or operation; unextinguished; unexpired; existent; | |
3. | Exhibiting the activity and motion of many living beings; swarming; thronged. | |
4. | Sprightly; lively; brisk. | |
5. | Having susceptibility; easily impressed; having lively feelings, as opposed to apathy; sensitive. | |
6. | Of all living (by way of emphasis). |