What is another word for quickly
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quickly
/ˈkwɪkli/
At a fast speed; rapidly.
Antonyms of quickly
Adverbs
As in speed:
Strongest matches:
- slowly
- sluggishly
Weak matches:
- leisurely
- gently
Adverbs
As in hastiness:
Strongest matches:
- deliberately
- cautiously
Weak matches:
- thoughtfully
- carefully
Synonyms
rapidly, swiftly, speedily, fast, hastily, briskly, promptly, expeditiously, immediately, instantly
Usage examples:
1. Please ensure you quickly finish your homework before dinner.
2. The cat quickly jumped off the sofa when it heard a loud noise.
3. I need to quickly run to the store before it closes.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a common antonym for 'quickly' that suggests a slower pace?
A common antonym for 'quickly' that implies a slower pace is 'slowly.'
If I want to describe an action that is the opposite of being done quickly, but with more emphasis on leisure, which word should I use?
To describe an action that is the opposite of being done quickly, with an emphasis on leisure, you might use 'leisurely.'
Is there an antonym for 'quickly' that conveys a sense of delay or hesitation?
Yes, 'hesitantly' is an antonym for 'quickly' that conveys a sense of delay or hesitation in action.
What word can I use as an antonym for 'quickly' when I want to describe something moving at the slowest possible speed?
To describe something moving at the slowest possible speed, 'gradually' could be used as an antonym for 'quickly,' although 'snail-paced' or 'crawling' might more vividly emphasize extreme slowness.