adjective

brisk

quick, energetic, crisp

We went for a brisk walk.

We went for a brisk walk.

The wind is brisk today.

The wind is brisk today.

Business was brisk at the market.

Business was brisk at the market.

((brisk)) + noun (a brisk something) We went for a brisk walk.

Synonyms: quick, energetic, lively, crisp; Antonyms: slow, sluggish

Possibly from Old Norse 'braskr' meaning 'brave, lively'.

A 'brisk' walk involves more 'risk' of getting tired, but it's good for you. The sound is similar.

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