Synonyms for

Quickest

Verb / ˈkwɪkɪst / Another word for quickest — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

done or occurring in a short amount of time; fastest.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

promptest speediest swiftest

Informal

fastest speediest hastiest

Literary

fleetest nimblest

Antonyms

slowest sluggish leisurely gradual delayed unhurried

Common collocations

  • quickest possible time
  • quickest route
  • quickest way
  • quickest learner
  • quickest response
  • quickest glance
  • quickest decision

Word family

adjective quick
adverb quickly

Usage note

Quickest is the superlative form of 'quick'. It implies the shortest duration or least amount of time taken to complete an action or reach a destination.

Example sentences

  1. The quickest way to get to school is to take the bus.
  2. The rabbit is the quickest animal in the forest.
  3. She is the quickest learner in her class.
  4. The quickest route to the beach is through the park.
  5. The quickest time for the race was one minute and forty seconds.

Quotes

  • The quickest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it in your back pocket.
  • The quickest way to a man's heart is through his chest.
  • The quickest way to reach the point of no return is to continue over the line.

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