adj full of spirit of life; effervesc/ng, as liquors; sparkling; as, brick cider.
2. brisk ·adj full of liveliness and activity; characterized by quickness of motion or action; lively; spirited; quick.
3. brisk ·vt & ·vi to make or become lively; to enliven; to animate; to take, or cause to take, an erect or bold attitude;
usually with up.