Meaning of the word quick in English

What does quick mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

quick

US /kwɪk/

UK /kwɪk/

Adjective

moving or doing something with great speed

Example:

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He made a quick decision.

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She gave a quick glance at her watch.

Synonym:

fast rapid swift speedy nimble

Synonym:

slow leisurely

done or happening in a short time

Example:

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Let's have a quick lunch.

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I need a quick answer.

Synonym:

brief short hasty expeditious

Synonym:

long extended

learning or understanding things quickly

Example:

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She has a quick mind.

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He's very quick at solving problems.

Synonym:

intelligent clever sharp bright astute

Synonym:

slow dull

Adverb

in a rapid manner; quickly

Example:

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Come quick!

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He ran as quick as he could.

Synonym:

quickly rapidly swiftly speedily

Synonym:

slowly

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