Pronunciation

/rəˈpɪd/

Definitions

Noun

• Rapid (noun): A fast-moving or swift process or action. For example: “The river flows at a rapid pace.”
• Rapid transit (noun): A system of public transportation that moves quickly through a city, like a subway or light rail. For example: “The city’s rapid transit system reduces commute times.”

Adjective

• Rapid (adjective): Characterized by speed or swiftness. For example: “The car accelerated rapidly down the highway.”
• Rapidly (adverb): In a quick or swift manner. For example: “The reaction was completed rapidly.”

Adverb

• Rapidly (adverb): Speedily or swiftly. For example: “The storm moved rapidly across the region.”

Phrases

• “Rapidly changing technology”
• “A rapid response team”
• “The rapid development of new drugs”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The train pulled into the station on the rapid track.”
• Adjective: “She adapted to the rapid pace of life in the big city.”
• Adverb: “He typed rapidly on the keyboard to finish the report.”

Synonyms

• Swift
• Fast
• Quick
• Hasty
• Prompt
• Speedy

Antonyms

• Slow
• Leisurely
• Gradual
• Unhurried