Definitions
adj. moving or acting fast, without much delay
迅速的；敏捷的
adj. taking only a short time
短暂的；用时少的
Example
Her quick reaction stopped the glass from falling.
她反应敏捷，及时接住了差点掉落的玻璃杯。
A quick response to reports of water pollution can prevent serious damage to nearby ecosystems.
对水污染报告作出迅速回应，可以防止附近生态系统遭受严重破坏。
Collocations
- quick response
- quick decision
- quick look
- quick to react
Word family
- quickly (adv.)
- quickness (n.)
- quicken (v.)
Synonyms
- fast
- rapid
- swift
Antonyms
- slow
Usage tip
正式表达中用副词quickly修饰动作。
FAQ
- What does quick mean?
- moving or acting fast, without much delay taking only a short time
- How is quick pronounced?
- UK /kwɪk/, US /kwɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
