Nimbler: meaning, definitions and examples

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nimbler

 

[ หˆnษชm.bษ™lษš ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical ability

The term 'nimbler' is the comparative form of the adjective 'nimble', which describes someone or something that moves quickly and lightly. This quality often refers to agility and the ability to react quickly to changes. A person who is nimbler than others demonstrates superior coordination and speed, especially in situations that require rapid movement or mental agility. In various contexts, being nimbler can lead to advantages in sports, dance, and even in intellectual pursuits.

Synonyms

agiler, faster, quicker, swifter.

Examples of usage

  • The dancer was nimbler than all her peers.
  • He became nimbler with each passing day of practice.
  • She felt nimbler after her morning workout.

Translations

Translations of the word "nimbler" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น รกgil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเค‚เคšเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช flink

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gesit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆะฒะธะดัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zwinny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ด ๆ—ฉใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rapide

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ รกgil

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงevik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฏผ์ฒฉํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุดูŠู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hbitรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mrลกtnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ•ๆท็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ okreten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kvikur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะธั€ะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒฌแƒ•แƒ“แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงevik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ รกgil

Etymology

The word 'nimble' originates from Middle English 'nimbl' and further back from Old Norse 'nimmr' which means 'quick or agile'. The suffix '-er' is added in English to form the comparative degree of adjectives. The concept encompassed by 'nimble' relates to speed and dexterity, something valued in many cultures throughout history. In literature, nimbleness often depicted not only physical capabilities but also mental acuity and adaptability. The usage of this word has persisted through the centuries, maintaining its core meaning related to agility. Over time, it has been used in various contexts, from describing athletes and dancers to intellectuals and quick thinkers.