Definition of brisks:
(adj) :
Full of liveliness and activity; characterized by quickness of motion or action.
(adj) :
Stimulating or invigorating.
(adj) :
Full of spirit of life; effervescing.
(v) :
(ambitransitive, often with "up") To make or become lively; to enliven; to animate.
(adj) :
Abrupt, curt in one's manner or in relation to others.
(adj) :
(archaic) Sparkling; fizzy.