quickest Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite accomplished rapidly and without delay
    quick; speedy.
    • was quick to make friends
    • his quick reaction prevented an accident
    • hoped for a speedy resolution of the problem
    • a speedy recovery
    • he has a right to a speedy trial
  2. adjective satellite hurried and brief
    quick; flying; fast.
    • paid a flying visit
    • took a flying glance at the book
    • a quick inspection
    • a fast visit
  3. adjective satellite moving quickly and lightly
    quick; agile; spry; nimble.
    • sleek and agile as a gymnast
    • as nimble as a deer
    • nimble fingers
    • quick of foot
    • the old dog was so spry it was halfway up the stairs before we could stop it
  4. adjective satellite apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity
    quick; ready.
    • a quick mind
    • a ready wit
  5. adjective satellite performed with little or no delay
    quick; straightaway; prompt; immediate.
    • an immediate reply to my letter
    • a prompt reply
    • was quick to respond
    • a straightaway denial
  6. adjective satellite easily aroused or excited
    quick; warm.
    • a quick temper
    • a warm temper
  7. adverb most quickly
    fastest.

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