20+ Synonyms for Fast & Similar Words
Definition of fast
- adverb
- quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form); "how fast can he get here?"; "ran as fast as he could"; "needs medical help fast"; "fast-running rivers"; "fast-breaking news"; "fast-opening (or fast-closing) shutters"
- firmly or closely; "held fast to the rope"; "her foot was stuck fast"; "held tight"
- adjective
- acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly; "fast film"; "on the fast track in school"; "set a fast pace"; "a fast car"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "fast"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like accelerated, accelerating, alacritous can replace "fast" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "fast" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Fast" in song lyrics
See how fast is used in real songs:
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"Caught in the force of the blast, it's so soft, it's so fast"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Cheesey Rat, Crunch Lo, Diverse — Revelations -
"In New York, they say that the tempo's too fast"
2 Live Crew — Boys With Da Bass -
"You better have it cleaned, quick and fast"
2 Live Crew — Yakety Yak