SWIFTLY Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

swiftly

adverb

ˈswif(t)-lē

Definition of swiftly

as in quickly

with great speed swiftly established himself as a star in Hollywood

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Recent Examples of swiftly Even a complicated room service breakfast order for our party of four, placed via the app, turned up swiftly, was correct, and—most importantly—still piping hot. — Flora Stubbs, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 Israel swiftly neutralized the long-range, strategic S-300 PMU-2 air defense missile systems Russia delivered in 2016, the most advanced weaponry Moscow sold to Tehran since those MiG-29s, in its initial 2024 airstrikes. — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 The Boise Fire Department acted swiftly Monday to protect a house threatened by the Claremont Fire in the Foothills, according to a news release from the department. — Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 7 July 2026 The Dodgers entered the ninth with a 6-3 lead, but the Rockies rallied against closer Tanner Scott promptly and swiftly. — Kyle Glaser, Oc Register, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for swiftly

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Nothing matters more right now than completing demolition and cleanup as quickly and safely as possible to protect the health and safety of Boyle Heights and East LA.

— City News Service, Daily News, 8 July 2026
While Nvidia's graphics processing units (GPUs) have been the gold standard for training AI models, there is an increasing focus on chips that can run inferencing processes quickly while also being more energy efficient.

— Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 8 July 2026

Definition of quickly

Adverb

Even sparks or embers carried by the wind can ignite nearby leaves or grass, triggering a fire that spreads rapidly.

— CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 12 July 2026
But that demographic is overrepresented in our visual culture—these are faces acquired for the purpose of profitable display, often on screens—and so the desire to alter one’s face spreads rapidly.

— Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 11 July 2026

Definition of rapidly

Adverb

This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026
Most charging sites in California will include eight to 16 fast-charging stalls, said Walmart spokesperson Kelsey Bohl.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

Definition of fast

Adverb

Rabbit’s wide-leg EZ Pants are made of a silky, breathable blend of polyester and spandex, which keeps them airy and lends to their impressive quick-drying and anti-chafing properties.

— Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026
So with all of that said and the context on our backgrounds real quick, let’s get into the topic at hand.

— Joel Feder, The Drive, 9 July 2026

Definition of quick

Adverb

Diaz, 52, suffered burns to her arm and stomach while trying to incinerate the car and was soon charged with Lopez’s murder, according to a court transcript and a criminal complaint.

— James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Serving quick-cooking shrimp means that your family can enjoy dinner even sooner.

— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026

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