brisk

American  

[brisk] / brɪsk /

adjective

brisker, briskest

1. quick and active; lively.

   brisk trading;

   a brisk walk.

   Synonyms:

   alert, energetic, spry

   Antonyms:

   languid

2. sharp and stimulating: brisk wind.

   brisk weather;

   brisk wind.

3. (of liquors) effervescing vigorously.

   brisk cider.

4. abrupt; curt.

   I was surprised by her rather brisk tone.

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verb (used with or without object)

brisked, brisking

1. to make or become brisk; liven (often followed byup ).

brisk British  

/ brɪsk /

adjective

1. lively and quick; vigorous

   a brisk walk

   trade was brisk

2. invigorating or sharp

   brisk weather

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verb

1. (often foll by up) to enliven; make or become brisk

Other Word Forms

• briskly adverb
• briskness noun

Etymology

Origin of brisk

First recorded in 1580–90; of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

The old Mad Men model of long client lunches and taglines that lasted decades has been worn down by the brisk pace and constant measurement of digital media.

From The Wall Street Journal

Marsh followed him shortly after with a brisk 54 as they unravelled alarmingly to be bundled out for 181, losing their final five wickets in the space of just seven runs and 14 balls.

From BBC

“The Last Kings of Hollywood” is a brisk, engaging account that breaks no new ground and offers few fresh insights, in large part because all three of the author’s subjects declined to be interviewed.

From The Wall Street Journal

Yet despite the steep price tag, sales remain brisk, reflecting a global clamor that has seen some 500 million requests for tickets according to FIFA.

From Barron's

With a brisk nod, she steps back and puts one hand on Lily’s shoulder.

From Literature

Related Words

• energetic
• lively
• quick
• speedy
• spry
• vigorous