rapidly
Translation
rapidly, quickly, swiftly
Examples
The city is growing rapidly.
The city is growing rapidly.
She read the names rapidly.
She read the names rapidly.
Grammar Patterns
Modifies a verb Functions as an adverb The car moved rapidly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: quickly, swiftly, fast; Antonyms: slowly
Etymology
From Latin 'rapidus' (hurrying), with the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'rapid' river, which flows very quickly.