Definition

The fastest in speed or time; the one that takes the least amount of time to do something.

Example

She is the quickest runner in her class.

Conversation

Hey, do you know which route is the quickest to the park?

I think taking the main road is usually faster.

That makes sense, I always get stuck in traffic on the back roads.

Yeah, the main road is definitely the best choice for a quickest trip.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quickest → It is formed from "quick" (from Old English "cwic", meaning alive or living) and the superlative suffix "-est" (meaning most). The word "quickest" means the most alive or the fastest in terms of speed or response.

Memory Tip

Think of 'alive' ('cwic') to remember that 'quickest' refers to being the most alive or the fastest.

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