Haste Definition & Meaning
haste
- noun
- overly eager speed (and possible carelessness); "he soon regretted his haste"
- the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner; "in his haste to leave he forgot his book"
- a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry; "in a hurry to lock the door"
"Haste" in song lyrics
See how haste is used in real songs:
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"We need to move ahead without laziness or haste"
Akrobatik — Time -
"On my way Uptown, with no haste"
Big Mike — Southern Thang -
"three times in the same place, but I make haste"
Illogic — Check it Out
Words that rhyme with haste
Usage tips for "haste"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "haste" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for haste to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does haste mean?
- overly eager speed (and possible carelessness); "he soon regretted his haste" the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner; "in his haste to leave he forgot his book" a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry; "in a hurry to lock the door"
- What part of speech is haste?
- Haste is a noun.
- How many definitions does haste have?
- Haste has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).