speedily — In a quick and rapid manner; with great haste and efficiency.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a quick and rapid manner; with great haste and efficiency.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈspidɪli/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother speedily finished knitting a sweater while watching her favorite drama.
- The pizza delivery guy speedily navigated through traffic to deliver hot pizza.
- She speedily ate her lunch and then speedily regretted it.
speedily
ADVERB[/ˈspidɪli/]
In a quick and rapid manner; with great haste and efficiency.
In a quick and rapid manner; with great haste and efficiency.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'spēd' meaning 'success, prosperity, good fortune.' The meaning shifted from 'successfully' to 'quickly' because successful actions were associated with swift completion.
Breakdown
speed (swift motion) + -ily (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My grandmother speedily finished knitting a sweater while watching her favorite drama.”
“The pizza delivery guy speedily navigated through traffic to deliver hot pizza.”
“She speedily ate her lunch and then speedily regretted it.”
“The government promised to speedily address the citizens' concerns.”
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