Hastily

Pronunciation: /ˈheɪ.stəl.i/

Definitions of hastily

adverb A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, indicating manner, time, place, or degree, such as 'quickly' or 'hastily'.

Example Sentences

A1 She hastily packed her bag for the trip.

A2 He hastily scribbled down the address before he forgot it.

B1 The chef hastily prepared the meal for the VIP guests.

B2 The students hastily finished their group project before the deadline.

C1 The CEO hastily made a decision without consulting the board.

C2 The politician hastily drafted a response to the scandal.

Examples of hastily in a Sentence

formal The project was completed hastily in order to meet the deadline.

informal She hastily grabbed her keys and ran out the door.

slang I hastily threw on some clothes and rushed to the party.

figurative The news spread hastily through the small town like wildfire.

Grammatical Forms of hastily

• past tense: hastily
• plural: hastilies
• comparative: more hastily
• superlative: most hastily
• present tense: hastily
• future tense: will hastily
• perfect tense: have hastily
• continuous tense: is hastily
• singular: hastily
• positive degree: hastily
• infinitive: to hastily
• gerund: hastily
• participle: hastily

Origin and Evolution of hastily

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'hastily' originated from the Middle English word 'hastili' which came from the Old French word 'hastif' meaning 'quick, rapid.'

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'hastily' has retained its meaning of doing something quickly or in a rushed manner. It has been used consistently in English literature and everyday language to convey a sense of urgency or speed.