Quick
Example: The response is quick and effective
Definition
"Quick" describes something that happens or is done with great speed or promptness, often implying efficiency or immediacy, as in the phrase 'The response is quick and effective.'
Etymology
The word "quick" comes from the Old English 'cwic,' meaning alive or moving, which traces back to Proto-Germanic roots. Interestingly, its original sense related more to life and vitality than speed, showing how language evolves over time.
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"Quick" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 112 commonly used words.
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