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
