GRE Word List

BRISK

keenly alert : lively

The meaning of the word brisk is keenly alert : lively.

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WordMeaning
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
constraintthe act of constraining
regaleto entertain sumptuously : feast with delicacies
consortassociate
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
domineerto exercise arbitrary or overbearing control
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
concavehollowed or rounded inward like the inside of a bowl