Definitions

quickly

[kwik-lee] / ˈkwɪk li /

ADVERB

fast

Synonyms

STRONGEST

expeditiously hastily hurriedly immediately instantaneously instantly promptly rapidly speedily swiftly

STRONG

apace chop-chop quick

WEAK

briskly flat-out fleetly full tilt in a flash in haste in nothing flat in short order lickety-split like a bat out of hell like a flash like a shot pronto swift

Antonyms

STRONGEST

eventually later slowly

Example Sentences

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But he quickly encountered resistance from those working for the established power-brokers.

From BBC

It isn’t as good at running large amounts of energy quickly through the electric system.

From Barron's

Joseph said there were also fewer inquiries compared to previous years, when popular properties would quickly attract multiple viewings.

From BBC

BBC Verify analysis suggests this figure needs context and there are questions over how quickly that commitment can be achieved.

From BBC