nimble

Meanings

• adjective

  Having the ability to move quickly and easily.

  - "The nimble acrobat performed impressive feats on the tightrope."
  - "Despite her age, the nimble grandmother could still outrun her grandchildren."

• adjective

  Skillful in handling or using something.

  - "The nimble surgeon made the delicate operation a success."
  - "The nimble salesman could sell ice to an Eskimo."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈnɪmbl̩/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

sluggish

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with nimble
dribble , riddle , mumble , stumble , tumble

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Homonyms

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1. Nimble (English) : Having the ability to move quickly and easily.
   

2. Nimble (Scottish) : A unit of weight equal to 56 pounds.
   

3. Nimble (German) : To seize or take.
   

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. Nimble (English) : Having the ability to move quickly and easily.
   

2. Nimble (Scottish) : A unit of weight equal to 56 pounds.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of nimble that leads to same result
nimble , nimbleness , nimblenesses , nimbler , nimblest , nimbly

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Forms

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nimbler, nimblest

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Etymology

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Old English 'niman' meaning 'to take' or 'to seize'. The concept of being 'nimble' comes from the ability to move quickly and efficiently in response to new situations.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'nimble' is often used in the context of video games to describe a character's ability to move quickly and evade enemies.

2. The nimble shrew is a small mammal known for its quick movements and agility.

3. The phrase 'nimble fingers' is often used to describe the skill of a pianist, especially in classical music.

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Related Concepts

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1. Agility: The ability to move quickly and easily, especially under the control of one's will.

2. Dexterity: The ability to move one's body or limbs skillfully and with ease.

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Culture

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The word 'nimble' has been used extensively in literature and art to describe characters or objects that move or act quickly. In music, the term 'nimble fingers' is often used to describe a pianist's skill and dexterity.

How to Memorize "nimble"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person or animal moving quickly and gracefully.
   - Picture yourself performing a task with nimble movements.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'nimble' with words like 'quick', 'agile', 'dexterous', and 'graceful'.
   - Think of someone or something that can move or act quickly.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym N-I-M-B-L-E to remember the meaning: Nimble In My Being, Limber In My Leap.

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