Quicken Definition

quicken
verb
  1. move faster; "The car accelerated"
  2. make keen or more acute; "whet my appetite"
  3. give life or energy to; "The cold water invigorated him"
  4. show signs of life; "the fetus quickened"
  5. give new life or energy to; "A hot soup will revive me"; "This will renovate my spirits"; "This treatment repaired my health"

"Quicken" in song lyrics

See how quicken is used in real songs:

  • "Heart rate quicken"
    Souls of Mischief — 4th Floor Freaks
  • "wholesale quicken 2006"
    AOL — AOL
  • "intuit quicken"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "quicken"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "quicken" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for quicken to find words that pair well.

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