Pacy
What it means
Moving through events quickly enough to feel lively and engaging.
Reach for it when praising the brisk momentum of a story, performance, or contest
A pacy second act carried the comedy toward its satisfying reveal.
Words to choose between 5
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playful
Fits when cheerful speed suits an informal review
Careful Zippy is lighthearted and may trivialize a serious work.
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everyday
fast-paced
Fits when a high rate of action or change is the obvious feature
Careful Fast-paced can feel exhausting, while pacy usually carries approval.
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professional
Suits efficient forward movement without wasted time
Careful Brisk is more restrained and can describe weather or manner.
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professional
Fits if varied energy and active development matter as much as speed
Careful Dynamic can describe varied energy even when the pace is slow.
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literary
propulsive
Fits when where momentum seems to drive the audience irresistibly onward
Careful Propulsive is a stronger, more critical-sounding judgment than pacy.
Opposites 3
- slow
- sluggish
- dragging
Common phrases 3
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pacy thriller
The pacy thriller crossed three cities without losing its emotional thread.
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pacy opening
A pacy opening introduced the rivals through one sharply staged race.
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pacy encounter
The pacy encounter produced chances at both ends of the field.
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