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Definition of brisk

brisk

/bɹɪsk/
brisk
Adverb:briskly
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Past Simple:brisked
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Past Participle:brisked
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Present Participle:brisking
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brisk Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Active, fast, and energetic in movement or activity.

Example

"She goes for a brisk walk in the park every morning before work."

2

Cold, fresh, and invigorating (especially of weather, wind, or air).

Example

"A brisk autumn breeze rustled the fallen leaves across the courtyard."

3

Direct, practical, and slightly impatient or abrupt in speech or manner.

Example

"The receptionist answered our questions in a brisk, professional tone."

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• verb

1

To make or become lively, energetic, or active (often followed by 'up').

Example

"Sales began to brisk up significantly as the holiday season approached."

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• Rhymes for brisk

• Nearby Words

bris
brisbane
brisbane river
brisk
brisket
briskly
briskness

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 16th century, probably borrowed from French 'brusque' (meaning lively or fierce), which itself came from Italian 'brusco' (meaning tart or sharp).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Brisk. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/brisk
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