quicken
|quick-en|
B2
/ˈkwɪkən/
to speed up or revive
Etymology
Etymology Information
'quicken' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'cwician,' where 'cwic' meant 'alive.'
Historical Evolution
'cwician' transformed into the Middle English word 'quikenen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'quicken.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to come to life or revive,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make or become faster.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make or become faster or more active.
The pace of the game began to quicken.
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Verb 2
to give or restore life to; revive.
The rain quickened the parched land.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45