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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