Brisky
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Brisky is an adjective meaning (rare) Somewhat brisk; lively; energetic.
Meaning
(rare) Somewhat brisk; lively; energetic.
More Meanings
- (rare, probably obsolete, possibly nonstandard) A britchka, a type of horse-drawn carriage.
Example Sentences
His secretary jumps when he rings; his brisky independent way with important customers is the envy of his sales staff.
[H]e kept his eyes steadily fixed upon the ground, and walked at a brisky pace, as if desirous of getting out of the city as quickly as possible.
Miami's latest cold front slipped on out over the ocean early yesterday, leaving behind more than a slight chill, brisky winds and a few showers.
Flute: Most radiant Pyramus, most lily-white of hue, Of colour like the red rose on triumphant brier, Most brisky juvenal and eke most lovely Jew, As true as truest horse that yet would never tire
Word Forms
- briskies
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include active, briskish, brisk, frisk, smart, alert.
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