Synonyms for "quickly"
9 kid-friendly synonyms for quickly, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "quickly" mean?
The word quickly is an adverb that means: in a fast way.
Example: "Run quickly!"
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for quickly
Younger kids can use these in place of "quickly":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for quickly
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for quickly
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of quickly (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of quickly:
FAQ — synonyms for quickly
What is a good synonym for quickly in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try fast. For older students, "rapidly" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does quickly have?
We list 9 grade-appropriate synonyms for quickly across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is quickly a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, quickly is used as an adverb.
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