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NIMBLE Synonyms

There are 12 synonyms of the word nimble. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word nimble. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for NIMBLE

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agile
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective satellite

• moving quickly and lightly

• mentally quick

quick
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
noun

• any area of the body that is highly sensitive to pain (as the flesh underneath the skin or a fingernail or toenail)

adverb

• with little or no delay

adjective satellite

• accomplished rapidly and without delay

• hurried and brief

• moving quickly and lightly

• apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity

• performed with little or no delay

• easily aroused or excited

spry
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• moving quickly and lightly

acrobatic
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• vigorously active

adept
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

adjective satellite

• having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

deft
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands

dexterous
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands

limber
verb, adjectivev, adj
noun

• a two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle used to pull a field gun or caisson

adjective satellite

• (used of e.g. personality traits) readily adaptable

• (used of artifacts) easily bent

• (used of persons' bodies) capable of moving or bending freely

verb

• attach the limber

• cause to become limber

lithe
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• gracefully thin and bending and moving with ease

lively
adjectiveadj
adjective

• full of life and energy

adjective satellite

• full of zest or vigor

• quick and energetic

• elastic; rebounds readily

• filled with events or activity

• full of spirit; full of life

nimble-fingered
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• having nimble fingers literally or figuratively; especially for stealing or picking pockets

swift
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• a small bird that resembles a swallow and is noted for its rapid flight

• United States meat-packer who began the use of refrigerated railroad cars (1839-1903)

• common western lizard; seen on logs or rocks

• an English satirist born in Ireland (1667-1745)

adjective satellite

• moving very fast

Best Hypernyms For NIMBLE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for nimble, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
agile dexterous quick spry

Alternatives for AGILE

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