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Nimble vs Sagacious - What's the difference?

nimble | sagacious |

As adjectives the difference between nimble and sagacious

is that nimble is quick and light in movement or action while sagacious is having or showing keen discernment, sound judgment, and farsightedness; mentally shrewd.

nimble

English

Adjective

(er)
  • Quick and light in movement or action.
    • He was too nimble for the assailant and easily escaped his grasp.
  • Quick-witted and alert.
    • She has a nimble mind and can improvise in any situation.

    sagacious

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Having or showing keen discernment, sound judgment, and farsightedness; mentally shrewd.

    • Synonyms

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    Derived terms

    * sagaciously * sagaciousness

    Related terms

    * sagacity

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