brisk
pronunciation
How to pronounce brisk in British English:
UK [brɪsk]
How to pronounce brisk in American English:
US [brɪsk]
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- Verb:
- become brisk
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- Adjective:
- quick and energetic
- imparting vitality and energy
- very active
Word Origin
- brisk
- brisk: see brusque
- brisk (adj.)
- 1550s, as Scottish bruisk, probably an alteration of French brusque (see brusque). Related: Briskly; briskness.
Example
- 1. A brisk walk to a diner by the princeton campus .
- 2. You 'll find brisk turkey trots and christmas-themed fun runs .
- 3. Eat well and stay active -- brisk walks are an effective diabetes preventive .
- 4. Even a brisk walk can do wonders for our outlook and daily mood .
- 5. A brisk half hour walk a day will keep you healthy and sane say researchers .