swift

[swift] / swɪft /

ADJECTIVE

very fast

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abrupt expeditious hasty nimble quick rapid speedy sudden unexpected

STRONG

cracking express fleet flying precipitate prompt ready screaming short spanking

WEAK

alacritous barrelling breakneck double-quick fleet-footed headlong hurried in nothing flat like crazy like mad on the double pronto shaking a leg short-lived snappy speedball supersonic winged

Antonyms

STRONGEST

delayed expected lazy leisurely slow

WEAK

sluggish

Example Sentences

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The response from local people was swift, with many rushing to help clear up and support those who were targeted.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

As acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, I helped oversee a swift response.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

“Drone operators should expect swift action if they violate restricted airspace.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged ministers will take swift action once the findings have been analysed.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

The backlash against the gains of African Americans in the Reconstruction Era was swift and severe.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander

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