English Explanatory Dictionary

brisk

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Full of liveliness and activity; characterized by quickness of motion or action.
  2. Full of spirit of life; effervescing.
  3. Sparkling; fizzy.
  4. Stimulating or invigorating.
  5. Abrupt, curt in one's manner or in relation to others.
verb
  1. To make or become lively; to enliven; to animate.
name
  1. Brest, Belarus.

Pronunciation

/bɹɪsk/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-brisk.wav

Word forms

brisk brisker more brisk briskest most brisk brisks brisking brisked

Etymology

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

Synonyms

lively spirited quick

Related words

brusque

Derived words

briskish briskly briskness brisky
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