Definition of Quicken
Quicken
quick·en


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to become or cause to become faster/quicker in pace; to make something faster or quicker;

e.g. You had better quicken your walking pace if you want to catch up with her.

(verb)
to increase in intensity, i.e. to stimulate or be stimulated;

e.g. His interest in the subject matter quickened after the field trip to the planetarium.



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