Meaning of brisk in English

1. Pronunciation

   /brɪsk/

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1. Verb

   brisk

   Definitions

   1. become brisk

   Examples

   • « business brisked up »

2. Classifying Adjective

   brisk

   Definitions

   1. quick and energetic

   Examples

   • « a brisk walk in the park »
   • « a lively gait »
   • « a merry chase »
   • « traveling at a rattling rate »
   • « a snappy pace »
   • « a spanking breeze »

   Synonyms

   • energetic
3. 2. imparting vitality and energy

   Examples

   • « the bracing mountain air »

   Synonyms

   • invigorating
4. 3. very active

   Examples

   • « doing a brisk business »

   Synonyms

   • active