Pronunciation

/speɪd/

Definitions

Noun

• Speed: 1. The rate of movement, typically measured in units like miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). For example: “The car reached a top speed of 200 mph.”
• 2. The velocity or swiftness of something, often implying efficiency or performance. For example: “The laptop has a fast boot-up speed.”

Verb

• To speed: 1. To increase the rate of movement or travel. For example: “The driver sped up to catch up with the traffic.”
• 2. (informal) To administer a drug or substance that increases one’s energy or alertness. For example: “She took a caffeine boost to speed through her work.”

Adjective

• Fast: Describing high rates of movement or action. For example: “The cheetah is the fastest land animal.”

Adverb

• Swiftly: Expressing rapid movement or action. For example: “The storm passed swiftly.”

Phrases

• “Speed limit” refers to the maximum allowed speed on a road or highway.
• “Speed dating” is a structured event where people meet multiple potential partners in a short time.
• “Speed reading” is a technique to quickly scan and comprehend written material.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The racecar driver set a new speed record at the track.”
• Verb: “He decided to speed through the project to meet the deadline.”
• Adjective: “The bullet traveled at a breathtaking speed.”
• Adverb: “She drove swiftly through the city.”

Synonyms

• Rate
• Pace
• Velocity
• Rapid
• Swift
• Quick
• Fast-paced
• High-speed