quickness

• Substantiv, das die Eigenschaft bezeichnet, schnell, flink oder geistig scharf zu sein; es umfasst sowohl körperliche Schnelligkeit als auch geistige Auffassungsgabe.

A noun referring to the quality of being fast, agile, or mentally alert, encompassing both physical speed and mental acuity.

unzählbar

1. Skillful performance without difficultyB2formal

   The quality of being able to perform tasks skillfully and without difficulty.

   Gewandtheit

   • Her quickness in solving complex problems impressed everyone.
   • The pianist's quickness of finger movement was remarkable.
   • His quickness in assembling the furniture saved a lot of time.

   Synonymeabilityadroitnessdeftnessdexterityexpertisefacilityfluencyknackproficiencyskillfulness

   Antonymeawkwardnessclumsinessineptitudeineptnessungainliness

2. Mental agility or intelligenceB2formal

   The ability to think and respond correctly without delay; mental sharpness.

   Geistesgegenwart

   • The quiz show contestant was admired for her quickness of mind.
   • His quickness in answering questions showed his deep understanding.
   • Quickness in decision-making is a valuable skill in business.

   Synonymeacuityacumenagilityalertnessastutenessbrightnessbrillianceclevernessdiscernmentintelligencekeennessnimblenessperceptivenessperspicacityquick-wittednesssharpnessshrewdnesswit

   Antonymedullnessobtusenessslownessstupidity

3. Rapid speedB1formal

   The quality of moving or happening at a fast rate.

   Schnelligkeit

   • The quickness of the cheetah's sprint is astonishing.
   • She moved with surprising quickness despite her age.
   • The quickness of the internet connection improved our work efficiency.

   Synonymebrisknesscelerityfastnessfleetnessrapidityspeedswiftnessvelocity

   Antonymeslownesssluggishness