Synonyms for Quickly

Definition of 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"

6 synonyms found

Writing tips for "quickly"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like apace, cursorily, promptly can replace "quickly" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

With 6 alternatives available, "quickly" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"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

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