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Meaning of quickly
The primary meaning of the word "quickly" is to do something fast or at a high speed.
Etymology of quickly
The word "quickly" originates from Old English "cwic" meaning alive or living, which later evolved into Middle English "quik" with a broader meaning of moving or acting rapidly
The adverbial form "quickly" emerged during the 14th century, initially used to describe actions done with swiftness or promptness
Synonyms
rapidly
swiftly
speedily
hastily
expeditiously
promptly
briskly
quickly
fast
hurriedly
brusquely
curtly
briefly
tersely
concisely
compactly
succinctly
shortly
sharp
snappily
crisply
freshly
lively
energetically
vigorously
dynamically
potently
forcefully
powerfully
intensely
strongly
zealously
eagerly
enthusiastically
ardently
passionately
fervently
ardently
vehemently
Definitions
- Doing something with speed or swiftness, having a short duration or being accomplished in a brief time
- Moving or able to move rapidly and easily, having a high velocity or rate of change
- Performing an action with haste or promptness, being efficient or expeditious in completing a task
Usage Examples
- The emergency responders reacted quickly to the distress call and saved several lives
- She finished her assignment quickly and efficiently, earning praise from her supervisor
- The new smartphone charges quickly, going from zero to full battery in under an hour
Antonyms
slowly
sluggishly
gradually
tediously
laboriously
painstakingly
meticulously
deliberately
intentionally
purposefully
languidly
lethargically
lazily
indolently
inertly
passively
weakly
feebly
listlessly
apathetically
lethargically
phlegmatically
torpidly
somnolently
drowsily