vif — meaning in English
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English meaning
- apprehensive adj Nervous or worried about something that might happen.
- brisk adj Quick and energetic; done at a lively pace.
- hot adj Having or giving off a high temperature.
- nimble adj Able to move quickly, lightly, and with easy control.
- perky adj Cheerful, lively, and full of energy.
- sharp adj Having a fine edge or point that can cut or pierce easily.
- sprightly adj Animated, gay, or vivacious; lively, spirited.
- spry adj Quick, nimble, and full of energy, especially for one's age.
- swift adj Moving or happening very quickly.
- violent adj Using or involving physical force meant to hurt or kill.
- zippy adj Full of energy and enthusiasm; lively.
Senses
vif is used for these senses in English:
- alive and kicking (idiomatic) Healthy; vital; in good health, particularly in opposition to unfavorable circumstances.
- apprehensive (obsolete) Perceptive; quick to learn; capable of understanding using one's intellect.
- brisk Full of spirit of life; effervescing.
- hot (US, uncomparable) Electrically charged.
- nimble Quickwitted and alert.
- perky Lively.
- sharp (colloquial) Intelligent.
- sharp Sudden, abrupt, intense, rapid.
brisk — full definition
- adj Quick and energetic; done at a lively pace.
- adj Cold and refreshing, especially describing weather or air.