speedy — Moving or happening quickly; characterized by high speed or rapid action.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Moving or happening quickly; characterized by high speed or rapid action.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈspidi/
Example Sentences
- The pizza place promised speedy delivery, but I'm still waiting after two hours!
- My grandma's speedy fingers can knit a sweater faster than I can buy one online.
- The company needs a speedy decision to avoid losing the contract.
speedy
ADJECTIVE[/ˈspidi/]
Moving or happening quickly; characterized by high speed or rapid action.
Moving or happening quickly; characterized by high speed or rapid action.
Be speedy for the needy, not greedy!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'speed' meaning success or prosperity, which evolved to mean quickness. The adjective 'speedy' was formed in the mid-16th century by adding the suffix '-y' to create the meaning 'having the quality of speed.'
Breakdown
speed (quickness, velocity) + -y (adjective suffix meaning 'having the quality of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The pizza place promised speedy delivery, but I'm still waiting after two hours!”
“My grandma's speedy fingers can knit a sweater faster than I can buy one online.”
“The company needs a speedy decision to avoid losing the contract.”
“Her speedy typing skills impressed everyone in the office.”
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