Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

quick-on-the-uptake

Adjective
/kwɪk ɒn ðə ˈʌp.teɪk/
Definition
Able to understand or learn things quickly.
Examples
  • She is very quick-on-the-uptake, so she mastered the new software in no time.
  • His quick-on-the-uptake nature makes him an excellent student.
  • During the training session, it was clear that she was quick-on-the-uptake, grasping all the instructions effortlessly.
Meaning
Describes a person who is fast at grasping ideas or concepts.
Synonyms
  • perceptive
  • sharp
  • smart
  • clever
  • astute