quicken

動詞

1. 1

   加快、加速、變快

   He quickened his pace as the rain grew heavier.

   雨越下越大，他加快了腳步。

2. 2

   激發、喚起、引起

   The documentary quickened public interest in ocean conservation.

   這部紀錄片激發了大眾對海洋保育的興趣。

3. 3

   使有生氣、賦予生機文學

   Spring rain seemed to quicken every corner of the garden.

   春雨彷彿讓花園的每個角落都有了生氣。