B2
hasty vs quick vs swift
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| hastyadjective/ˈheɪ.sti/ | Meaning done too quickly, without enough thought, often with bad results | Goes with hasty decision | Example Don't make a hasty decision; sleep on it first. |
| quickadjective/kwɪk/ | Meaning done or happening in a short time | Goes with — | Example Let's take a quick break and then start the meeting again. |
| swiftadjective/swɪft/ | Meaning happening or moving very quickly | Goes with swift action | Example A swift recovery surprised the doctors after such a serious injury. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The company took action to fix the problem.