Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
speed
noun / verb
/spēd/
Definition
Speed refers to the rate at which an object moves or the quickness of an action.
Examples
- The speed of the car was impressive as it zoomed down the highway.
- We need to increase the speed of the project to meet the deadline.
- She ran at top speed to catch the bus.
Meaning
In general terms, speed is how fast something is going; it can relate to vehicles, people’s movements, or even the pace of a process.
Synonyms
- velocity
- quickness
- rapidity
- swiftness
