Quickly
/ˈkwɪkli/
Definitions
At a fast pace; with little delay.
/ˈkwɪkli/
In a short time; rapidly
She finished the race quickly.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're trying to get somewhere super fast, like when the ice cream truck is coming! 'Quickly' means you do something fast.
👶 For kids: Doing something fast, like running fast!
More Examples
The fire spread quickly.
He learned the new language quickly.
How It's Used
"He ate his lunch quickly."
"The situation escalated quickly."
Idioms & expressions
as quickly as possible
With the greatest possible speed.
"Please respond to this email as quickly as possible."
From Middle English *quikly*, equivalent to *quick* + *-ly*. 'Quick' in this context meaning 'living' or 'lively,' reflecting a swiftness or alacrity.
Used since Middle English, often in conjunction with verbs expressing action or change.
Memory tip
Think of a cheetah; they move quickly!