Pronunciation: /ˈspiːdi/

Definitions of speedy

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'speedy' describes something that is fast or quick.

Example Sentences

A1 The rabbit was very speedy.

A2 I prefer a speedy delivery service for my online orders.

B1 The new car model boasts a speedy acceleration.

B2 The athlete broke the record with his speedy sprint.

C1 The company implemented a speedy resolution process for customer complaints.

C2 The lawyer's speedy response to the legal matter impressed the clients.

Examples of speedy in a Sentence

formal The new high-speed train is known for its speedy service between major cities.

informal I need to find a speedy solution to this problem before it gets worse.

slang Let's pick up the pace and be a bit more speedy with our work.

figurative His mind works at a speedy pace, always coming up with new ideas.

Grammatical Forms of speedy

past tense

sped

plural

speedies

comparative

speedier

superlative

speediest

present tense

speed

future tense

will speed

perfect tense

has sped

continuous tense

is speeding

singular

speedy

positive degree

speedy

infinitive

to speed

gerund

speeding

participle

speeding

Origin and Evolution of speedy

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'speedy' originated from the Old English word 'spēdīg' which means 'successful, prosperous'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'speedy' shifted from 'successful' to 'characterized by high speed or rapidity'.