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

At Bossa, Duru said anticipates increased nearshoring and region-for-region supply, especially for European brands valuing proximity and agility. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Jan. 2026

Standard features also include an adaptive suspension with active hydraulic body roll stabilization and rear-wheel steering to enhance agility and maneuverability. —James Raia, Mercury News, 4 Jan. 2026

Receptors in your skin, muscles, ligaments and tendons send messages to your brain, leading to better balance, coordination and agility and potentially reducing risk of injury. —Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2026

Plans call for concrete paving, artificial turf, shade structures, drinking fountains, dog park boulders and log agility equipment, fencing, new plants and irrigation. —Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Dec. 2025

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