Synonyms of agile

agile

adjective

ˈa-jəl 

as in graceful

moving easily

the expressive movements of agile dancers

agile herons wading in the marsh

Synonyms & Similar Words

• graceful
• nimble
• spry
• lithe
• lissom
• gracile
• feline
• balletic
• light-foot
• lissome
• lithesome
• light-footed
• flexible
• light
• acrobatic
• lightsome
• dextrous
• limber
• pliant
• dexterous
• athletic
• supple
• adroit
• pliable
• featly
• deft
• loose-jointed
• coordinated
• sure-footed
• fleet-footed
• light-fingered

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• clumsy
• lumbering
• ungainly
• awkward
• ungraceful
• gawky
• graceless
• rigid
• uncoordinated
• inflexible
• klutzy
• stiff
• inept
• maladroit
• bungling

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of agile

Partnering with logistics providers who prioritize technology means better visibility, fewer errors and faster problem resolution, keeping supply chains agile and efficient. —Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 14 Mar. 2025

With its rounded blade and heftier (but still agile) feel, this is a sturdy knife that offers stability while slicing and will hold its edge well thanks to a higher steel-to-carbon ratio. —Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 14 Mar. 2025

Our first two cars, the Speedster and Roadster, embody everything a modern driver’s car should be: agile, balanced, electric, and exhilarating. —New Atlas, 14 Mar. 2025

By focusing on long-term trends over short-term volatility and staying agile through continuous reevaluation, leaders build the confidence to make decisive calls amid uncertainty. - Peter Boolkah, The Transition Guy 15. —Expert Panel®, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025