spriggier

/ˈsprɪdʒɪər/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or characterized by sprigs; having small, usually green, shoots or leaves

“The spriggier branches of the tree were the first to bloom in spring.”

2. noun

a sprig or small shoot of a plant

“The gardener carefully planted the spriggier ends of the rosemary stalks.”

Synonyms

  • green
  • shoot
  • sprout

Antonyms

  • dead
  • wilted