the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
adj. Not dilatory or slow; quick; swift; nimble; hasty; rapid in motion or performance
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
Successful; prosperous.
Marked by speed of movement; going rapidly; quick; swift; nimble; hasty; rapid: as, a speedy flight.
Rapidly coming or brought to pass; not deferred or delayed; prompt; ready.
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adj. accomplished rapidly and without delay
adj. characterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed
Word Usage
"Meanwhile, News International announced Friday that it had set up what it called a "speedy, cost-effective alternative to litigation" that would allow phone-hacking victims to apply for swift out-of-court settlements through a company Web site."