velocity

noun
/vəˈlɒsəti/

Meaning

the speed of something in a given direction
Speed or acceleration, the rate of movement of any object or vehicle.

Example Sentences

The velocity of the car increased as it moved downhill.

High velocity trains reduce travel time significantly.

Example Expressions

escape velocity

Synonyms

speed, pace, momentum, quickness, swiftness, Speed, Acceleration, Pace
Entry 1
speed, pace, momentum, quickness, swiftness
Entry 2
Speed, Acceleration, Pace

Antonyms

slowness, stillness, stagnation, Slowness, Stagnation, Immobility
Entry 1
slowness, stillness, stagnation
Entry 2
Slowness, Stagnation, Immobility

Collocations

high velocity, average velocity, escape velocity, initial velocity

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