Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sped

verb
/spɛd/
Definition
Sped is the simple past tense of the verb ‘speed’, meaning to move quickly or to increase in pace.
Examples
  • The car sped down the highway.
  • She sped through her chores to finish early.
  • He sped to the finish line, winning the race.
Meaning
To have hurried or moved swiftly from one place to another.
Synonyms
  • hurried
  • rushed
  • zoomed
  • darted
  • bolted