Pace Definition & Meaning
pace
- noun
- the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
- the distance covered by a step; "he stepped off ten paces from the old tree and began to dig"
- the relative speed of progress or change; "he lived at a fast pace"; "he works at a great rate"; "the pace of events accelerated"
- a step in walking or running
- the rate of some repeating event
- a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride
- verb
- walk with slow or fast paces; "He paced up and down the hall"
- go at a pace; "The horse paced"
- measure (distances) by pacing; "step off ten yards"
- regulate or set the pace of; "Pace your efforts"
"Pace" in song lyrics
See how pace is used in real songs:
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"I was real when your baby even slowed my pace"
60 Second Assassin f/ Phillie, Prodigal Sunn — Love Burns -
"Lay down flat, roll on your face, pick up the pace"
9th Prince — Prince of New York -
"And others will live long at a snail's pace"
Aceyalone — Hardship
Words that rhyme with pace
Usage tips for "pace"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pace" 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 pace to find words that pair well.