rapid

adjective
/ˈræp.ɪd/

Meaning

happening quickly or in a short time
happening in a short time or at a fast pace

Example Sentences

The company experienced rapid growth last year.

The rapid growth of technology has changed our daily lives.

Example Expressions

rapid-fire

Synonyms

fast, quick, swift, speedy
Entry 1
fast, quick, swift, speedy
Entry 2
fast, quick, swift, speedy

Antonyms

slow, sluggish, delayed, gradual, leisurely
Entry 1
slow, sluggish, delayed
Entry 2
slow, gradual, leisurely, sluggish

Collocations

rapid growth, rapid progress, rapid change, rapid development, rapid response
Entry 1
rapid growth, rapid progress, rapid change, rapid development
Entry 2
rapid growth, rapid change, rapid development, rapid response

More Example Sentences

There's a rapid downpour today.

Conspiracy theories spread rapidly during times of uncertainty.

Related Vocabularies

sorrowful; mournful; expressing grief or sadness
Having or showing authority; commanding and self-confident; reliable as a source of information.
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Characterized by high energy and vitality.
Giving rise to public disagreement or heated discussion.

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