Word parts perk + -y Pronunciation (US) IPA (key): /ˈpɝki/ Audio (UK)(file) Adjective Positive perky Comparative perkier Superlative perkiest When a person is perky, he or she is full of life, energy, and enthusiasm. If something is perky, it is able to stand upright without any support. Synonym: firm Antonym: saggyWikiwand - on Seamless Wikipedia browsing. On steroids.Remove ads