agility
Translation
agility, nimbleness, quickness
Examples
The cat showed great agility.
The cat showed great agility.
He has the mental agility to solve complex problems.
He has the mental agility to solve complex problems.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.'s agility)) the agility of (sb./sth.) The cat's agility was impressive.
((mental/physical agility)) mental or physical quickness He has great mental agility.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nimbleness, quickness, dexterity; Antonyms: clumsiness, slowness
Etymology
From Latin 'agilis' meaning 'nimble, swift,' from 'agere' meaning 'to do, to move.' The suffix '-ity' forms a noun indicating a quality.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'agile' athlete moving with 'agility'. The 'ag' root relates to action or moving.