brisk

/bɹɪsk/verb

To become livelier or make something more lively and energetic, often used with "up".

Example sentences

“The wind brisked up as the storm approached the coast.”
“A strong cup of coffee brisked him up for the long drive.”

Mostly an adjective in practice: a brisk walk, brisk business, a brisk manner. It suggests speed with efficiency, and sometimes a lack of warmth.

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