Speed Definition & Meaning
speed
- noun
- distance travelled per unit time
- a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens; "the project advanced with gratifying speed"
- changing location rapidly
- the ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a (camera) lens system
- a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression
- verb
- move fast; "He rushed down the hall to receive his guests"; "The cars raced down the street"
- move faster; "The car accelerated"
- move very fast; "The runner zipped past us at breakneck speed"
- travel at an excessive or illegal velocity; "I got a ticket for speeding"
- cause to move faster; "He accelerated the car"
"Speed" in song lyrics
See how speed is used in real songs:
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"First it was just another high speed"
500 f/ Husalah, The Jacka, Big T, Lil' Tone — 50 Bullets -
"Slow down I been doing this, the product of speed"
504 Boyz f/ Afficial, Curren$y, Krazy — My Life is Sweet -
"When my car, is changing speed"
50/50 Twin f/ Paul Wall, Chamillionaire — Ballin' is a Habit
Words that rhyme with speed
Usage tips for "speed"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "speed" 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 speed to find words that pair well.
Use "speed" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does speed mean?
- distance travelled per unit time a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens; "the project advanced with gratifying speed" changing location rapidly the ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a (camera) lens system a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression move fast; "He rushed down the hall to receive his guests"; "The cars raced down the street" move faster
- What part of speech is speed?
- Speed is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does speed have?
- Speed has 10 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).