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AGILE

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Moving quickly and lightly

Example:

the old dog was so spry it was halfway up the stairs before we could stop it

Synonyms:

agile; nimble; quick; spry

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

active (characterized by energetic activity)

Derivation:

agility (the gracefulness of a person or animal that is quick and nimble)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Mentally quick

Example:

nimble wits

Synonyms:

agile; nimble

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

intelligent (having the capacity for thought and reason especially to a high degree)

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