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nimble

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈnɪmbəl/

nimble means: Able to move or react quickly and lightly.

adjective

MOVES QUICKLYB2

Able to move or react quickly and lightly.

  • The nimble cat jumped onto the wall.
  • She stayed nimble by dancing every day.
  • You need nimble feet to cross these rocks.

Similar words: agile, light-footed, quick

Opposites: clumsy

Common phrases: nimble feet, nimble dancer, nimble on something

SKILLFUL HANDSC1

Able to handle, catch, or pick up things quickly and skillfully.

  • Her nimble fingers tied the tiny knot.
  • The watchmaker needed nimble hands for the repair.
  • His fingers remained nimble despite his age.

Similar words: dexterous, deft

Opposites: clumsy

Common phrases: nimble fingers, nimble hands

QUICK THINKINGC1

Able to understand things, think of ideas, and respond quickly.

  • She has a nimble mind.
  • His nimble thinking saved the meeting from failure.
  • The debate required a nimble response to unexpected questions.

Similar words: quick-witted, sharp, alert

Opposites: slow-witted

Common phrases: nimble mind, nimble thinking, mentally nimble

Questions about nimble

What does nimble mean?

Able to move or react quickly and lightly.

What is nimble in other languages?

Türkçe: çevik · Español: ágil · Français: agile · Deutsch: flink · Italiano: agile · 日本語: 身軽な

How do you pronounce nimble?

It is pronounced /ˈnɪmbəl/.

How do you use nimble in a sentence?

The nimble cat jumped onto the wall. She stayed nimble by dancing every day.

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