Quick-drying
What it means
Able to become dry in a short time after use or washing.
Reach for it when highlighting drying time as a practical material benefit
The quick-drying shirts were comfortable again by morning.
Words to choose between 5
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| warm | |
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everyday
fast-drying
Fits when the direct familiar synonym is enough
Careful Fast-drying may sound less polished in specifications.
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everyday
Fits when low mass is the supported feature
Careful Lightweight material can still retain water.
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warm
Fits when overall maintenance convenience matters
Careful Easy-care covers more than drying time.
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professional
moisture-wicking
Fits when fabric moves sweat away from skin
Careful Wicking does not guarantee quick evaporation.
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professional
rapid-dry
Fits when a compact product label is required
Careful Rapid-dry is chiefly marketing language.
Opposites 3
- slow-drying
- waterlogged
- moisture-retaining
Common phrases 3
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quick-drying fabric
Quick-drying fabric kept the uniform usable between shifts.
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quick-drying paint
The quick-drying paint allowed two coats before sunset.
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quick-drying towel
A quick-drying towel suited the humid campsite.
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