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Quickly Definition & Meaning

quickly
adverb
  1. with rapid movements; "he works quickly"
  2. with little or no delay; "the rescue squad arrived promptly"; "come here, quick!"
  3. without taking pains; "he looked cursorily through the magazine"

"Quickly" in song lyrics

See how quickly is used in real songs:

  • "I wreck the mic quickly"
    7L & Esoteric — Bound To Slay
  • "Fight a little, make up, then break up quickly"
    Ahmad — Homeboys First
  • "They'll chose club life quickly"
    The Ambassador f/ Karan Sabir — Back Home

Usage tips for "quickly"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "quickly" 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 quickly to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does quickly mean?
with rapid movements; "he works quickly" with little or no delay; "the rescue squad arrived promptly"; "come here, quick!" without taking pains; "he looked cursorily through the magazine"
What part of speech is quickly?
Quickly is an adverb.
How many definitions does quickly have?
Quickly has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).

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