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nimbleness

/ˈnɪm.bəl.nɪs/

Meanings
  • Adjective

    The ability to move quickly and easily, especially in response to changing situations.

    - "His nimbleness allowed him to dodge the ball."
    - "The acrobat's nimbleness impressed the audience."

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈnɪm.bəl.nɪs/



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Antonyms

sluggishness
Rhymes
Words rhyming with nimbleness
limbless , pimples , impossible
Variants
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nimble , nimbleness , nimblenesses , nimbler , nimblest , nimbly
Etymology
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From Old French 'nimble', from Latin 'nimis' meaning 'too much' + 'labile' meaning 'capable of being changed'.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'nimbleness' is often used in the context of sports, especially in reference to athletes who have quick reflexes and agility.

  2. In some cultures, the ability to move nimbly is considered a sign of good health and vitality.


Related Concepts
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  1. agility: The ability to move quickly and easily, especially under difficult conditions.

  2. flexibility: The ability to bend or move freely, especially from the joints.


Culture
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In literature, 'nimbleness' is often used to describe characters who are quick-witted and agile, such as Tom Sawyer or Robin Hood. It is also a common theme in martial arts and acrobatics.

How to Memorize "nimbleness"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person making quick, graceful movements.
    - Imagine yourself moving nimbly through a challenging obstacle course.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the image of a gymnast or acrobat.
    - Think of the word 'nimble' and its synonyms such as 'agile' and 'lithe'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the word 'nimbleness' as 'Nimble Elves' or 'Nimble Essentials'.


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