brisk
/brɪsk/
adjective
- Quick, energetic, and active in movement or manner.
- She took a brisk walk around the park every morning.
- His brisk pace made it hard for the others to keep up.
- The waiter gave us brisk, efficient service.
- Sharp and refreshing, especially of wind or weather.
- A brisk wind blew in from the ocean.
- They enjoyed a brisk morning on the mountain trail.
- The brisk autumn air made us reach for our jackets.
- Lively and busy, especially in business or trade.
- Sales have been brisk all holiday season.
- The farmers' market was brisk with activity.
- Brisk trading on the stock market pushed prices higher.
verb
- To make or become quicker, livelier, or more energetic.
- The cold water briskened his circulation.
- A cup of coffee briskened him up before the meeting.
- She briskened her pace when she saw the bus approaching.