Briskly: meaning, definitions and examples

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briskly

 

[ หˆbrษชskli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

walk

In a quick, active, or energetic manner.

Synonyms

quickly, rapidly, speedily.

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Word Description / Examples
briskly

This word is used to describe something done in an energetic, lively, and efficient manner.

  • She walked briskly to the office.
  • He responded briskly to the urgent question.
quickly

This is a general term to describe something done in a short amount of time or without delay.

  • She quickly grabbed her keys and left.
  • The project was completed quickly.
rapidly

Refers to something happening at a fast rate, often with a sense of progression or acceleration.

  • The company's revenue grew rapidly.
  • He rapidly typed the response.
speedily

Used to emphasize swiftness and efficiency, often in formal or official contexts.

  • The document was processed speedily.
  • They acted speedily to resolve the issue.

Examples of usage

  • She walked briskly to catch the bus.
  • He moved briskly through the crowded market.
Context #2 | Adverb

work

In a lively, sharp, or abrupt way.

Synonyms

brusquely, energetically, vigorously.

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Word Description / Examples
briskly

This word is often used to describe actions done quickly and with energy, typically in a concise and efficient manner. It can also describe cold weather.

  • She walked briskly to the office, eager to start her day.
  • The wind blew briskly through the trees, making the leaves rustle.
energetically

This word is used to describe actions done with a lot of energy and enthusiasm.

  • The children played energetically in the park.
  • She tackled her work tasks energetically, eager to complete them.
vigorously

This word is often used to describe actions done with great force or intensity, often implying physical or emotional effort.

  • He washed the car vigorously to remove all the dirt.
  • They debated the issue vigorously, each side passionate about their stance.
brusquely

This word is usually used to describe actions or speech done in a blunt or abrupt manner, sometimes perceived as rude or harsh.

  • He brusquely interrupted the meeting to make his point.
  • The manager spoke brusquely to the employee about the mistake.

Examples of usage

  • She spoke briskly about the new project.
  • He answered the questions briskly.

Translations

Translations of the word "briskly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rapidamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเฅ‡เคœเฅ€ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schnell

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ cepat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆะฒะธะดะบะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ szybko

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฟ…้€Ÿใซ (ใ˜ใ‚“ใใใซ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rapidement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rรกpidamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงabucak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น ๋ฅด๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุณุฑุนุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rychle

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rรฝchlo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฟ…้€Ÿๅœฐ (xรนnsรน de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hitro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hratt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถั‹ะปะดะฐะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒฌแƒ แƒแƒคแƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tez

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rรกpidamente

Etymology

The word 'briskly' originated from the Middle English word 'bruskly', which means quickly or abruptly. Over time, the meaning evolved to include a sense of liveliness and energy. The adverb 'briskly' is commonly used in English to describe a quick and energetic manner of doing something.

See also: brisk, briskness.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,180, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.