Definition

In a quick and energetic manner.

Example

She walked briskly to catch the bus.

Conversation

Did you see how she walked briskly to the meeting?

Yeah, I noticed that! She always seems so energetic.

I wish I could move that briskly in the mornings.

Same here! A little morning exercise might help with that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Briskly → It is formed from "brisk" (of uncertain origin, possibly from Middle Dutch "bruske", meaning lively or active) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "briskly" means in a lively or active manner.

Memory Tip

Think of being lively and active when you hear 'brisk' — adding '-ly' means doing something in that lively way.

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