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brisk

[brisk] / brɪsk /
ADJECTIVE
fast-moving; active
Synonyms
STRONGEST
energetic lively quick speedy spry vigorous
STRONG
alert animated bustling busy
WEAK
adroit agile double-time nimble sprightly vivacious zippy
Antonyms
STRONGEST
idle inactive lazy lethargic lifeless slow sluggish
WEAK
temperate unenergetic warm
ADJECTIVE
chilly, refreshing (weather)
Synonyms
STRONGEST
crisp sharp
STRONG
biting bracing exhilarating invigorating keen stimulating
WEAK
fresh nippy snappy
Antonyms
STRONG
boring depressing dull
WEAK
inactive slow sluggish temperate unenergetic warm

Example Sentences

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He has high standards and can be brisk in cutting off lawyers not up to snuff.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Policy decisions can pull yields in different directions, particularly when geopolitical events are moving at a brisk clip.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

At Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr’s reborn French restaurant in New York, instead of poaching the meringue they bake it before service in a low-temp oven for a miraculously brisk seven minutes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

After being confirmed as PM, he posted the official photo on Instagram with a brisk caption: "Let's get to work."

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Then Helena comes bounding up the stairs, also with her cheeks blushing, because the air is brisk.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron