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nim·ble
nimble
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- pronunciation:
- nIm
bl
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: |
adjective |
inflections: |
nimbler, nimblest |
definition 1: |
quick and agile in movement.
The cat made a nimble leap to the top of the bookshelf.My grandfather was surprisingly nimble for a man of his age.- synonyms:
- agile, clever, light-footed, quick
- antonyms:
- lumbering
- similar words:
- active, athletic, fleet, lissome, lithe, spry
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definition 2: |
quick and clever in thinking or understanding.
She had no formal schooling, but with her nimble mind, she was able to educate herself.- synonyms:
- agile, clever, quick, swift
- antonyms:
- dull, slow
- similar words:
- active, alert, lively, on one's toes, sharp
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related words: |
adroit, brilliant, clever, deft, quick |
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derivations: |
nimbly (adv.), nimbleness (n.) |
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