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brisk definition

brisk (brisk)

adjective

  1. quick in manner or movement; energetic a brisk pace
  2. cool, dry, and bracing brisk air
  3. pungent, keen, sharp, etc. a brisk taste, a brisk tone of voice
  4. active; busy brisk trading

Etymology: < ? Fr brusque, brusque

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brisk Synonyms

brisk

modif.

  1. Active

    lively, energetic, quick; see active 2.

  2. Stimulating

    sharp, keen, invigorating, bracing; see cool 1, stimulating. See syn. study at active.


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brisk Usage Examples

Adjective complement with noun phrase

  • keep: An excellent way to keep the group together and keep the pace brisk.

Modifies a noun

  • walking: Training can be anything from brisk walking to a full weight lifting workout.

Modifying Another Word

  • fairly: When Michael Mears said " Go Bristol " the pace was set - fairly brisk and very positive.

Used with adjective complement

  • become: Business has become so brisk, she said she is thinking of opening her own business rather than find another job.
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