Quick meaning

What does “quick” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“quick” is a noun, adjective and adverb with 8 meanings. Its most common meaning is: any area of the body that is highly sensitive to pain (as the flesh underneath the skin or a fingernail or toenail).

quick

noun

  1. any area of the body that is highly sensitive to pain (as the flesh underneath the skin or a fingernail or toenail)

adjective

  1. accomplished rapidly and without delay

    “was quick to make friends”

    “his quick reaction prevented an accident”

    Synonymsspeedy
  2. hurried and brief

    “paid a flying visit”

    “took a flying glance at the book”

    Synonymsflyingfast
  3. moving quickly and lightly

    “sleek and agile as a gymnast”

    “as nimble as a deer”

  4. apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity

    “a quick mind”

    “a ready wit”

    Synonymsready
  5. performed with little or no delay

    “an immediate reply to my letter”

    “a prompt reply”

  6. easily aroused or excited

    “a quick temper”

    “a warm temper”

    Synonymswarm

adverb

  1. with little or no delay

    “the rescue squad arrived promptly”

    “come here, quick!”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University