Word: Hasty

Pronunciation

/ˈheɪsti/

Definitions

• Adjective: Done or made with great speed but without due care or thought; rushed or impetuous. For example: “I made a hasty decision to leave early.”

  Example Sentence: “Due to the approaching storm, we had to make a hasty departure from our camping trip.”

• Noun (rarely used): A person who acts hastily; an impatient or impulsive person. For instance: “He’s known for being quite the hasty when it comes to making decisions.”

  Example Sentence: “Don’t be too much of a hasty; consider all options before taking action.”

Phrases

• “Make haste” or “make hasty preparations” means to act quickly or hurry up.
• “In a hasty manner” describes something done rapidly and without deliberation.
• “Hasty retreat” refers to a swift withdrawal, often due to fear or danger.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The chef prepared a hasty meal using whatever ingredients were available in the kitchen.”
• (As Noun): “His tendency towards hastiness often led to regrettable outcomes.”

Synonyms

• Rushed
• Impulsive
• Hastily-made
• Rash
• Swift
• Hurried
• Quick
• Unconsidered
• Thoughtless
• precipitate