agility

noun

agil·​i·​ty ə-ˈji-lə-tē 

plural agilities

: the quality or state of being agile : nimbleness, dexterity

played with increasing agility

Synonyms of agility

• flexibility
• nimbleness
• dexterity
• prowess
• spryness
• coordination
• deftness

Examples of agility in a Sentence

a gymnast whose agility on the parallel bars has won him several medals

Recent Examples on the Web

This level of collaboration enables greater agility across the business, including new ventures like Ulta’s foray onto TikTok Shop in March. — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Countries watching the current moment might conclude that executive agility and the willingness to weaponize economic relationships are the currencies of power in a volatile world. — Jonas Nahm, Foreign Affairs, 14 Sep. 2026

High scores in balance and agility, lower-body strength, and cardiorespiratory fitness were associated with the greatest reduction in mortality risk. — Stephanie Anderson Witmer, HEALTH, 13 Sep. 2026

Social media comments marvel at his agility and ninja-like moves, in spite of his unusual stature. — Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English agilite, borrowed from Anglo-French agilitee, borrowed from Latin agilitāt-, agilitās, from agilis agile + -itāt-, -itās -ity

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for agility

• ability
• civility
• debility
• docility
• ductility
• facility
• fertility
• fragility
• futility
• gentility
• hostility
• humility