Quickening

Pronunciation: /ˈkwɪkənɪŋ/

Definitions of quickening

noun the process of giving life or spirit to something

Example Sentences

A1 The quickening of her heartbeat signaled her excitement.

A2 The quickening pace of the music made everyone start dancing.

B1 The quickening of technological advancements is changing the way we live.

B2 The quickening of the economy has led to increased job opportunities.

C1 The quickening of global communication has made the world feel smaller.

C2 The quickening of scientific discoveries is reshaping our understanding of the universe.

Examples of quickening in a Sentence

formal The quickening of the heart rate is a common symptom of anxiety.

informal I felt the quickening of my pace as I hurried to catch the bus.

slang I could feel the quickening of the vibe at the party as more people arrived.

figurative The quickening of technological advancements is changing the way we live our lives.

Grammatical Forms of quickening

• past tense: quickened
• plural: quickenings
• comparative: quicker
• superlative: quickest
• present tense: quickens
• future tense: will quicken
• perfect tense: has quickened
• continuous tense: is quickening
• singular: quickening
• positive degree: quickening
• infinitive: to quicken
• gerund: quickening
• participle: quickened

Origin and Evolution of quickening

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'quickening' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'cwic', meaning alive or living.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the moment when a fetus first becomes capable of movement in the womb, the term 'quickening' has evolved to also mean the process of becoming more lively, active, or energetic.