Meaning & Definition of Quick in English

1. Any area of the body that is highly sensitive to pain (as the flesh underneath the skin or a fingernail or toenail)

1. Accomplished rapidly and without delay

• "Was quick to make friends"

• "His quick reaction prevented an accident"

• "Hoped for a speedy resolution of the problem"

• "A speedy recovery"

• "He has a right to a speedy trial"

2. Hurried and brief

• "Paid a flying visit"

• "Took a flying glance at the book"

• "A quick inspection"

• "A fast visit"

3. Moving quickly and lightly

• "Sleek and agile as a gymnast"

• "As nimble as a deer"

• "Nimble fingers"

• "Quick of foot"

• "The old dog was so spry it was halfway up the stairs before we could stop it"

4. Apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity

• "A quick mind"

• "A ready wit"

5. Performed with little or no delay

• "An immediate reply to my letter"

• "A prompt reply"

• "Was quick to respond"

• "A straightaway denial"

6. Easily aroused or excited

• "A quick temper"

• "A warm temper"

1. With little or no delay

• "The rescue squad arrived promptly"

• "Come here, quick!"