brisk

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb become brisk
  2. adjective quick and energetic
  3. adjective imparting vitality and energy

Etymology

Uncertain; probably a collateral form of brusque, but compare Irish briosc, Scottish Gaelic brisg, Welsh brys.

In classic literature

Synonyms

brisk up, brisken

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