B2adverbbusinesssociety
US/ˈswɪft.li/
UK/ˈswɪft.li/
very quickly, often in a smooth and well-organized way
In context
The doctor moved swiftly through the ward to reach the patient.
The company acted swiftly to fix the problem after customers complained.
News of the decision spread swiftly across the town.
Words that go with swiftly
verb + adverb
- act swiftlyThe government must act swiftly to protect jobs.
- move swiftlyThe police moved swiftly to close the road.
- respond swiftlyPlease respond swiftly to any safety warning.
adverb + verb
- swiftly deal withManagers must swiftly deal with every complaint.
adverb + adjective
- swiftly changingIt is hard to keep up with a swiftly changing market.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He ran swift to the door.Correct: He ran swiftly to the door.