English Dictionary
Definition of “agile”
agile (ˈædʒaɪl
)
Definitions
adjective
- quick in movement; nimble
- mentally quick or acute
Alternative Forms
ˈagilely adverb agility (əˈdʒɪlɪtɪ) noun Word Origin
C15: from Latin agilis, from agere to do, act
Synonyms
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nimble,
active,
quick,
lively,
swift,
brisk,
supple,
sprightly,
lithe,
limber,
spry,
lissom(e) =
acute,
sharp,
quick,
bright,
prompt,
alert,
clever,
lively,
nimble,
quick-witted,
Usage examples
With his heavy, solid steps, his stiff yet agile gait, he reminded her of someone.
Appiganesi, Lisa, Dreams of Innocence (1994)But while flatter structures aim to make organisations more responsive and agile , they also throw up new issues for companies to tackle.
Business Today (1996)They are gathered by agile boys who festoon tourists with silly artefacts (hats, ties, handbags, spectacles) woven from palm fronds.
Courier, Sunday Mail (2004)Then the agile keeper came to Walsall's rescue again with an even better save.
Sun, News of the World (2002)His cheeks and high forehead were smeared with dirt, which also marked his long, agile fingers.
Bernard Cornwell, The Grail Quest (3) HERETIC (2004)
