agile

Everyday

1. Able to move quickly, easily and lightly: «an agile monkey». tree →
2. Able to think quickly and cleverly: «an agile mind». tree →
3. (computing, work) «Agile» is a way of working in teams in short steps, changing plans often. tree →

In the lessons

In PE and nature lessons agile describes gymnasts, goalkeepers, cats and monkeys that move and turn fast. In stories an agile hero leaps, climbs and dodges. Phrases: «quick and agile», «an agile mind», «agility training».

Examples

• The cat was agile enough to jump onto the fence. tree →
• Monkeys are agile climbers. tree →
• The goalkeeper was quick and agile. tree →
• Gymnasts must be strong and agile. tree →
• Grandpa is still agile for his age. tree →
• She has an agile mind and solves puzzles fast. tree →
• Then he went on his way merrily, and being light and agile he never felt tired. tree →

Note

Say «AJ-ile» (UK) or «AJ-ul» (US). Noun: agility. Opposites: clumsy, stiff, slow. Agile is about ease and speed of movement, not about strength.