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Synonyms & Similar Words
agility
quickness
swiftness
speed
briskness
rapidity
promptness
velocity
alacrity
celerity
spryness
litheness
suppleness
flexibility
pliability
adaptability
deftness
dexterity
adroitness
cleverness
cunning
guile
subtlety
finesse
delicacy
precision
exactness
neatness
tidiness
orderliness
methodicalness
systematization
Meaning of Nimbleness
The state of being nimble, having a quick and light movement or action.
Definitions
- The quality of being quick and light in movement or action, requiring a combination of strength, speed, and agility.
- * The ability to think and act quickly, making rapid and effective decisions in a variety of situations.
Etymology of Nimbleness
The word "nimbleness" has its roots in the Old English word "nimol," meaning quick or agile, and the suffix "-ness," which forms a noun indicating a state or quality.
The word has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe physical and mental quickness.
Example Uses
- The gymnast's nimbleness allowed her to perform complex flips and twists with ease.
- * The entrepreneur's nimbleness in responding to market trends helped her company stay ahead of the competition.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
clumsiness
awkwardness
slowness
sluggishness
heaviness
lethargy
torpor
dullness
stupidity
ineptness
ineptitude
maladroitness
gaucheness
unwieldiness
uncoordinatedness
stiffness
rigidity
inflexibility
obstinacy
stubbornness