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quicken

[ˈkwɪkən]

quicken Definition

  • 1to make something happen faster or to become faster
  • 2to become more active or full of life

Using quicken: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "quicken" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The new measures are designed to quicken the pace of economic growth.

  • Example

    The sound of the approaching footsteps quickened her heartbeat.

  • Example

    The warm weather quickened the growth of the plants.

quicken Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for quicken

Antonyms for quicken

Phrases with quicken

  • an increase in speed or rate of progress

    Example

    The company's quickening pace of innovation has led to several successful product launches.

  • an increase in heart rate, often due to excitement or anxiety

    Example

    The thought of skydiving caused a quickening of his pulse.

  • quickening of the senses

    an increase in sensitivity or awareness, often due to heightened emotions or anticipation

    Example

    The anticipation of the concert caused a quickening of her senses.

Origins of quicken

from Old English 'cwician', meaning 'to come to life'

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Summary: quicken in Brief

To 'quicken' [ˈkwɪkən] means to make something happen faster or to become faster, or to become more active or full of life. It can refer to the acceleration of economic growth, the quickening of one's heartbeat due to approaching footsteps, or the quickening of plant growth due to warm weather. 'Quickening' can also refer to an increase in pace, pulse, or senses.