Rapidly

/ˈræp.ɪd.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb
In a quick or fast manner.
The population of the city has been growing rapidly over the last decade.
At a high speed.
The athlete moved rapidly down the track, leaving all competitors behind.
Happening within a short period of time.
Technology is evolving rapidly, changing how we live and work.
Characterized by great quickness.
The news of the event spread rapidly across social media.

Etymology

From Latin 'rapidus', meaning 'seizing or taking away quickly.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

rapidly acquiring
gaining something quickly
rapidly changing
changing at a fast pace
rapidly deteriorating
declining quickly

Related Words

rapid
moving or occurring with great speed
rapidity
the quality of being rapid
rapid-fire
happening very quickly in succession

Slang Meanings

On the double
Get it done on the double!
In a flash
He completed the work in a flash.