Nimble and Pinheaded

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Nimble adjective - Having or showing quickness of mind.

Usage example: possessing a nimble wit, he always has a cutting comeback for any intended insult thrown his way

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Pinheaded is an antonym for nimble.

Nearby Word: nimbly

Pinheaded adjective - Not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily.

Usage example: pinheaded leadership that got us into this mess

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Nimble is an antonym for pinheaded.

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