English Adjectives for "Speed"

slow

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moving, happening, or being done at a speed that is low

fast

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He had a slow computer that took a long time to start up.

She had a slow learning pace but never gave up.

quick

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taking a short time to move, happen, or be done

fast

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having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

slow

rapid

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occurring or moving with great speed

swift

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occurring or moving with great speed

speedy

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moving or happening quickly

supersonic

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having a speed greater than that of sound

sonic

agile

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able to move quickly and easily

nimble

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quick and light in movement or action

prompt

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(of a person) ready and willing to act quickly

accelerated

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moving or progressing at a faster rate than usual

brisk

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quick and energetic in movement or action

hasty

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done quickly or without careful consideration

fleet

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moving in a high speed

expeditious

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done very quickly without wasting time or resources

high-speed

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/ˈhaɪˌspid/

moving or functioning very fast

zippy

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moving with speed or energy

breakneck

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moving or happening at an extremely dangerous or fast speed

sluggish

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moving, responding, or functioning at a slow pace

leisurely

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in an unrushed, relaxed manner

plodding

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moving or progressing slowly and with great effort

express

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done with speed or efficiency

snail-paced

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/snˈeɪlpˈeɪst/

moving or progressing very slowly

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