nimbleness

Definitions of nimbleness
  1. noun
    the gracefulness of a person or animal that is quick and nimble
    synonyms: agility, legerity, lightness, lightsomeness
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    gracefulness
    beautiful carriage
  2. noun
    intelligence as revealed by quickness and alertness of mind
    “nimbleness of wit and imagination”
    synonyms: mental dexterity
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    intelligence
    the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience
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