Nimble

/ˈnɪm.bəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
quick and light in movement or action; agile.
The nimble dancer swiftly moved across the stage.
able to think and understand quickly; clever.
Her nimble mind solved the complex problem in minutes.
characterized by quickness and ease.
His nimble fingers played the piano effortlessly.

Etymology

Middle English nimbl, from Old English nymble, from the root of niman (to take).

Common Phrases and Expressions

nimble fingers
Quick and skillful use of the hands, often in a delicate or precise manner.
nimble mind
A mind that is quick and able to understand ideas rapidly.

Related Words

agility
The ability to move quickly and easily.
spryness
The quality of being quick and energetic.

Slang Meanings

Quick-witted or clever.
He's so nimble with his jokes, always making us laugh.