Action Words

adjective describes a noun or pronoun, indicating speed or rapidity

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, indicating speed or rapidity

• The quick response from the emergency services saved many lives.
• I need a quick favor, can you help me out?
• Let's make a quick getaway before anyone notices.
• His quick wit always keeps the conversation lively.

noun a sudden impact or blow

verb to strike with great force

• The car came to a sudden stop as it was hit by a wham from behind.
• I heard a loud wham outside and went to see what happened.
• He whammed the ball into the goal with incredible force.
• The news hit me like a wham, I couldn't believe what I was hearing.

noun a word that names an action, state, or occurrence

• The board of directors discussed the proposed action plan during the meeting.
• Let's get started on the action items for the project.
• We need to hustle and get some action going on this issue.
• His words were full of action, but his deeds did not match.