nimble

(adjective)

adjective

1. moving quickly and lightly

- as nimble as a deer

- nimble fingers

Similar word(s): active, agile, quick, spry

2. mentally quick

- nimble wits

Similar word(s): intelligent, agile

Sentences with nimble as an adjective:

- He was too nimble for the assailant and easily escaped his grasp.

- She has a nimble mind and can improvise in any situation.