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Synonyms of swift

6 similar words

Another word for swift is needletail. Other synonyms of swift are swiftlet.

Synonyms and similar words for swift

adverbSwiftly.

nounA small plain-colored bird of the family Apodidae that resembles a swallow and is noted for its...

  • needletailAny of various birds in the genus Hirundapus, related to the swift.
  • spinetail
  • swiftletAny of the various tropical and subtropical birds of the four genera Aerodramus, Hydrochous, Schoutedenapus, and...

nounAny of certain lizards of the genus Sceloporus.

  • fence lizardAny of several species of North American lizards in the genus Sceloporus, especially the eastern fence lizard...
  • spiny lizardAny member of the genus Sceloporus reptiles, of North and Central America.

Meaning of swift

  1. adjective Fast; quick; rapid.
  2. adjective Capable of moving at high speeds.
  3. adjective Quick-thinking; bright.

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Questions about synonyms of swift

What is another word for swift?
Swift has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as needletail and swiftlet.
What does swift mean?
Swift means fast; quick; rapid.

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