Having a lilt; with energy, spirit and sprightliness; lively and cheerful.

A type of lively singing without any musical accompaniment, where the tune itself is sung, often to nonsense syllables.

present participle of lilt

plural of lilting

To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music. / To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic. / To utter with spirit, animation, or gaiety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.

Animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness. / A lively song or dance; a cheerful tune. / A cheerful or melodious accent when speaking.

simple past tense and past participle of lilt

plural of lilt

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of lilt

The property or characteristic of being lilting.