English word

Brisk

Definitions

adjective

  1. keenly alert : lively
  2. pleasingly tangy
  3. fresh, invigorating
  4. sharp in tone or manner
  5. energetic, quick
  6. marked by much activity

Synonyms for brisk

Closest evidence-backed alternatives.

  • lively
  • energetic
  • spirited
  • animated
  • active
  • nimble
  • fast
  • abrupt
  • bustling
  • hurried
  • expeditious
  • speedy
  • sprightly
  • breakneck
  • fleet
  • snappy
  • lightning
  • nippy
  • zippy
  • flying

Synonyms by context

Moving or progressing at a quick rate or pace

adjective

Having a refreshing quality, typically of the weather or elements

adjective

  • refreshing
  • envigorating
  • invigorating
  • bracing
  • reviving
  • fresh
  • restorative
  • stimulating
  • energising
  • energizing

Chilly or cold in nature

adjective

Antonyms for brisk

  • delayed
  • sluggish
  • heavy
  • lazy
  • extremely slow
  • retarded
  • pokey

Opposite of moving or progressing at a quick rate or pace

Opposite of having a refreshing quality, typically of the weather or elements

  • enervating
  • tiring
  • wearisome
  • boring
  • depressing
  • dull
  • exhausting
  • draining
  • grueling
  • gruelling

(of a wind) Opposite of blowing strongly

Phrases

  • at full tilt
  • dangerously fast
  • double time
  • extremely fast
  • extremely slow
  • fleet of foot
  • lightning fast
  • like crazy
  • like lightning
  • like mad
  • like the wind
  • not to be delayed
  • now or never
  • quick as a wink
  • sped up
  • swift as an arrow
  • very fast
  • with good acceleration
  • without delay
  • without warning
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