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Synonyms & Similar Words
Meaning of Speed
The primary meaning of the word "Speed" is the rate at which someone or something moves or operates.
Definitions
- The rate at which someone or something is able to move or operate
- A person's rate of movement or progress
- The rate at which a process or activity happens or is done
- The gearing of a machine, especially a vehicle
Etymology of Speed
The word "Speed" originated from Old English "spēd", which is related to "spēdan", meaning to thrive or prosper
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century, initially meaning "success" or "prosperity"
Over time, the meaning of the word shifted to refer to the rate of movement or operation, with the first recorded use of this sense dating back to the 14th century
Example Uses
- The car's speed was impressive on the highway
- She finished the project with incredible speed and accuracy
- The company's speed in responding to customer inquiries has improved significantly
- The athlete's speed and agility allowed her to outmaneuver her opponents
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
slowness
sluggishness
languor
lethargy
torpor
dullness
tardiness
delay
lateness
sloth
indolence
languidness
inertia
stagnation
sluggishness
torpidity
dormancy
inactivity
idleness
laziness
lethargy