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briskly
[/ˈbrɪskli/]
adverb
rapidamente
1.
in a quick, energetic, and efficient manner
She walked briskly down the street.
Ela caminhou rapidamente pela rua.
2.
with liveliness and vigor
The business was progressing briskly.
O negócio estava progredindo vigorosamente.
3.
in a sharp, crisp manner (of air, weather, or tone)
It was a briskly cold morning.
Era uma manhã friozinho e fresco.
Synonyms
quickly
rapidly
swiftly
energetically
vigorously
smartly
Antonyms
slowly
sluggishly
leisurely
lazily
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
rapidamente
most common usage
Brazil
com agilidade
emphasizes quickness and agility
Brazil
de forma vigorosa
emphasizes vigor and energy
Portugal
rapidamente
standard usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
at a brisk pace
move briskly forward
brisk business
brisk wind
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