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/ˈswɪftli/ · swift·ly
adverb
  1. In a swift manner; quickly; with quick motion or velocity; fleetly. She swiftly finished her homework and went to bed early.
adverb
  1. Moving or done with swiftness; rapid. The swiftly flowing river carved a path through the landscape.
Did you know? The word 'swiftly' has been used in various contexts, including literature and poetry, to convey a sense of urgency and quick action, such as in William Shakespeare's 'Henry IV, Part 1', where the character Hotspur says, 'I'll swiftly come to thee, my lord.'
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026