Synonyms for

Quickness

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

Definition

the quality of being able to move or think quickly; rapidity

Synonyms & similar words

adroitness rapidness quickwittedness facility deftness speediness celerity adeptness rapidity mentalquickness speed swiftness rapidity celerity haste promptness alacrity nimbleness agility briskness fastness expedition velocity acceleration precipitation rush promptitude dispatch fleetness raptness

Example sentences

  1. The quickness of the rabbit amazed the children.
  2. His quickness in solving math problems earned him praise.
  3. The athlete's quickness on the field helped the team win the game.
  4. She moved with such quickness that no one could catch her.
  5. The quickness of the storm caught us off guard.

Quotes

  • "The secret of quick progress is ignorance of frictional resistances." - Tim Ferriss
  • "Quickness is the essence of war." - Sun Tzu
  • "The key to winning is poise under stress and quickness under fatigue." - Bear Bryant

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