# speedily

/ˈspidəɫi/ (US) · /spˈiːdɪli/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adverb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/speedily
Updated: 2026-05-28

## Definition

in a fast or quick way. You use this to describe how quickly someone does something or how fast something happens.

For teachers: in a rapid or expeditious manner. Often used in formal or legal contexts to describe the prompt completion of a task.

## Examples

- The police responded speedily to the emergency call.
- The manager promised to resolve the billing error speedily to ensure the customer remained satisfied.
- While the initial phase of the project was slow, the team worked speedily to finalize the remaining deliverables before the deadline.

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