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brisk
[ brisk ]
adjective
- quick and active; lively:
brisk trading;
a brisk walk.
Synonyms: , ,
Antonyms:
- sharp and stimulating: brisk wind.
brisk weather;
brisk wind.
- (of liquors) effervescing vigorously:
brisk cider.
I was surprised by her rather brisk tone.
verb (used with or without object)
- to make or become brisk; liven (often followed by up ).
brisk
/ ɪ /
adjective
- lively and quick; vigorous
trade was brisk
a brisk walk
- invigorating or sharp
brisk weather
verb
- often foll by up to enliven; make or become brisk
Derived Forms
- ˈ, adverb
- ˈԱ, noun
Other 51Թ Forms
- · adverb
- ·Ա noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of brisk1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of brisk1
Example Sentences
A brisk north to north-easterly wind into Thursday will also make it feel colder than the thermometer suggests.
In tricky conditions created by a brisk wind in the Californian desert, Raducanu looked uncomfortable throughout.
News of the planned closure drew brisk business as patrons sought a farewell meal at the diner on the corner of 9th and South Figueroa streets.
More than seven years, hundreds of shows and tens of thousands of fans later, the band was ready to return to the venue that started it all on a brisk Valentine’s Day afternoon.
When he returns to work after brisk exercise, he finds that his mind is more clear.
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