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QUICK Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster Est. 1828 Dictionary Definition adjective adverb noun adjective 3 adjective adverb noun Synonyms Synonym Chooser Example Sentences Word History Phrases Containing Rhymes Entries Near Related Articles Cite this Entry Citation Kids Definition Kids Medical Definition Medical More from M-W Show more Show more Citation Kids Medical More from M-W Save Word To save this word, you'll need to log in. Log In quick 1 of 3 adjective ˈkwik Synonyms of quick 1 : acting or capable of acting with speed: such as a (1) : fast in development or occurrence a quick succession of events (2) : done or taking place with rapidity gave them a quick look b (1) : fast in understanding, thinking, or learning : mentally agile a quick wit quick thinking (2) : reacting to stimuli with speed and keen sensitivity (3) : aroused immediately and intensely quick tempers c : marked by speed, readiness, or promptness of physical movement walked with quick steps d : inclined to hastiness (as in action or response) quick to criticize e : capable of being easily and speedily prepared a quick and tasty dinner 2 : having a sharp angle a quick turn in the road 3 : not dead : living , alive 4 a : moving , shifting quick mud b archaic : not stagnant : running , flowing 5 archaic : fiery , glowing 6 archaic : pregnant 7 obsolete a : pungent b : caustic quickly adverb quickness noun quick 2 of 3 adverb : in a quick manner quick 3 of 3 noun 1 [probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse kvika sensitive flesh, from kvikr living] a : a painfully sensitive spot or area of flesh (such as that underlying a fingernail or toenail) b : the inmost sensibilities hurt to the quick by the remark c : the very center of something : heart 2 quick plural : living beings 3 archaic : life sense 11 Synonyms of quick Relevance Adjective swift willing immediate ready rapid responsive prompt expeditious fast brisk Adverb quickly fast rapidly swiftly soon Noun heart soul mind bone(s) See All Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus Choose the Right Synonym for quick quick , prompt , ready , apt mean able to respond without delay or hesitation or indicative of such ability. quick stresses instancy of response and is likely to connote native rather than acquired power. quick reflexes a keen quick mind prompt is more likely to connote training and discipline that fits one for instant response. prompt emergency medical care ready suggests facility or fluency in response. backed by a pair of ready assistants apt stresses the possession of qualities (such as intelligence, a particular talent, or a strong bent) that makes quick effective response possible. an apt student her answer was apt and to the point synonyms see in addition fast Examples of quick in a Sentence Adjective They had a quick drink at the bar. She took a quick shower. She gave him a quick kiss. You're back already? That was quick ! We made a quick decision, but it turned out to be a good one. He got a quick reply to his inquiry. His quick thinking allowed him to escape trouble. Her friends admired her quick wit . He walked with quick steps. She has quick , agile hands. Adverb a scheme to get rich quick I got used to living with a roommate pretty quick . I can't run any quicker . Noun that nasty comment cut me to the quick See More Recent Examples on the Web Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback . Adjective As Mars and Jupiter clash, quick commitments can create problems later. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel , 4 May 2026 Uranus in your 10th House of Career can interrupt with outside demands or changes that require quick attention. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant , 3 May 2026 Adverb Plus, they’re made from lightweight, quick -drying material, which will come in handy during spring’s unpredictable weather. — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE , 4 May 2026 Semi-custom is, of course, cheaper and quicker to build than full bespoke, making a smart, low-stress entry point into yacht ownership. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report , 2 May 2026 Noun If Cummins is ruled out beyond the series opener, starting on November 21, Australia will need more than one answer in a five-Test series with short gaps and two senior quicks managing workloads. — Sukhman Singh, New York Times , 19 Oct. 2025 As one of the marquee burners in the talent-rich fields of Los Angeles, Ross has Power 4 quicks — Notre Dame, Washington and Auburn were among the blue-blood offers — on a mid-major frame (5-foot-10, 180 pounds). — Sean Keeler, Denver Post , 19 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for quick Word History Etymology Adjective Middle English quik , from Old English cwic ; akin to Old Norse kvikr living, Latin vivus living, vivere to live, Greek bios, zōē life First Known Use Adjective before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 3 Adverb 14th century, in the meaning defined above Noun before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2 Time Traveler The first known use of quick was before the 12th century See more words from the same century Phrases Containing quick (as) quick as a wink be quick on the draw cut (someone) to the quick cut to the quick double - quick fast / quick buck fast / quick study get rich quick have a quick wash in quick / rapid succession make a quick exit make short / quick / light work of quick as a flash quick as a flash / in the flash of an eye quick assets quick bread quick - fire quick fix quick - freeze quick kick quick on the trigger quick on the uptake quick / slow off the mark quick temper quick - tempered quick time quick - witted the quick the quick and the dead See More Rhymes for quick bick brick chick click fick flick hick kick knick lick mic nick See All Rhymes for quick Browse Nearby Words Quichuan quick quick and dirty See all Nearby Words Articles Related to quick Quick: Read This! Blink and you might miss this etymology lesson Cite this Entry Style MLA Chicago APA Merriam-Webster “Quick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quick. Accessed 6 May. 2026. Copy Citation Kids Definition quick 1 of 2 adjective ˈkwik 1 archaic : not dead : living , alive 2 a : fast in understanding, thinking, or learning : mentally keen b : reacting with speed and alertness c : aroused immediately and easily quick temper d : fast in development or occurrence gave a quick look e : marked by speed, readiness, or promptness of action or movement quick adverb quickly adverb quickness noun quick 2 of 2 noun 1 : living persons the quick and the dead 2 : a very tender area of flesh (as under a fingernail) 3 : one's innermost feelings hurt to the quick by the remark 4 : the very center of something : heart the quick of the matter Medical Definition quick 1 of 2 adjective ˈkwik 1 : not dead : living , alive 2 : pregnant quick 2 of 2 noun 1 quick plural : living beings 2 : a painfully sensitive spot or area of flesh (as that underlying a fingernail) More from Merriam-Webster on quick Nglish: Translation of quick for Spanish Speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about quick Last Updated: 5 May 2026 - Updated example sentences Love words? 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