Quickest: meaning, definitions and examples

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quickest

 

[ ˈkwɪkɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

speed comparison

Quickest refers to the superlative form of 'quick', meaning the fastest or most rapid among multiple entities or actions. It is used to describe something that happens in the least amount of time.

Synonyms

fastest, speediest, swiftest

Examples of usage

  • She is the quickest runner in the team.
  • This method is the quickest way to solve the problem.
  • He finished the race in the quickest time.
  • Finding a solution quickly is the quickest route to success.

Translations

Translations of the word "quickest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais rápido

🇮🇳 सबसे तेज़

🇩🇪 schnellste

🇮🇩 tercepat

🇺🇦 найшвидший

🇵🇱 najszybszy

🇯🇵 最も速い

🇫🇷 le plus rapide

🇪🇸 el más rápido

🇹🇷 en hızlı

🇰🇷 가장 빠른

🇸🇦 الأسرع

🇨🇿 nejrychlejší

🇸🇰 najrýchlejší

🇨🇳 最快的

🇸🇮 najhitrejši

🇮🇸 hraðast

🇰🇿 ең жылдам

🇬🇪 ყველაზე სწრაფი

🇦🇿 ən sürətli

🇲🇽 el más rápido

Word origin

The word 'quick' originates from the Old English 'cwic', which meant 'alive' or 'living'. Over time, its meaning evolved to signify speed and agility. In Middle English, 'quick' began to be used more predominantly to describe someone or something that is fast. The superlative form 'quickest' emerged as a comparative term to denote the highest degree of quickness. It reflects the way language can evolve to express comparisons and superlatives in an increasingly nuanced manner. The suffix '-est' is a standard way to form superlatives in English, allowing 'quick' to transform into 'quickest'. This evolution showcases the adaptability of the English language over centuries, merging its Germanic roots with the influences of Latin and French, leading to the modern usage we recognize today.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,723, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.