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agile

[aj-uhl, -ahyl] / ˈædʒ əl, -aɪl /
ADJECTIVE
physically or mentally nimble, deft
Synonyms
STRONGEST
athletic buoyant energetic frisky limber lithe lively quick rapid sharp spirited sprightly supple
WEAK
active acute alert brisk bustling clever dexterous easy-moving fleet mercurial prompt quick on the draw quick on the trigger quick-witted ready sportive spright spry stirring swift twinkle toes vigorous vivacious winged zippy
Antonyms
STRONGEST
apathetic depressed dispirited down dull ignorant inactive lazy lethargic lifeless rigid slow sluggish stiff stupid
WEAK
brittle clumsy

Example Sentences

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The late Ali Larijani, the agile, well-traveled secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, may prove impossible to replace.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

The “PLA centenary goals” pegged to 2027 include overhauls to the military’s organizational structures, hardware upgrades and realistic training aimed at making China’s armed forces more agile and technologically adept.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

Moorish horse breeds were crossed with native stock to create a sturdy and agile beast for managing cattle.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

Pape Sarr carelessly surrendered possession on the edge of his own area and Bukayo Saka crossed towards Eze, who took a touch before netting with an agile volley from 10 yards.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

He leapt up, taking them in twos, agile even with his pack.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.