What does SPEED mean?

Speed Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

Noun: The rate at which someone or something moves or operates.

Verb: Move quickly.

Pronunciations

US: /spid/

UK: /spiːd/

Origin and Usage

The word "speed" originated in the Middle English period, from the Old English word "spēd". It has been used as both a noun and a verb since its inception, and is commonly used in everyday language to describe the rate at which someone or something is moving or operating.

Synonyms

Noun: Velocity, pace, swiftness, rapidity, celerity, quickness.

Verb: Hurry, race, dash, bolt, sprint.

Related Words

Quick, fleet, rapid, swift, hasty.

Example Sentences

Noun: The car was traveling at a high speed down the highway.

Verb: She quickly sped down the street to catch up with her friends.