faster
/ˈfɑːstə/
Meanings
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adjective
Moving, proceeding, or operating more quickly than usual.
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verb
Make (something) operate, move, or proceed more quickly.
Pronunciation
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/ˈfæstɚ/
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/ˈfæstɚ/
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Antonyms
slow , behind , slow , light , loose , penetrable , weak , behind , lightly , loosely , slowly
Synonyms
quick , rapid , speedy , swift , easy , slutty , ahead , colour-fast , deep , sound , firm , immobile , secure , stable , stuck , tight , fortified , impenetrable , quick , rapid , speedy , ahead , deeply , firmly , securely , tightly , quickly , rapidly , speedily , swiftly
Rhymes
Words rhyming with fasterastra , chaster , faster , gaster , master , naster , paster , quaster , raster , waster
Variants
List of all variants of faster that leads to same resultfast , faster , fastest
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).fastests, fastest, faster, fast
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meant 'looser' or 'more spacious'. The modern sense developed from the idea of being able to move more freely because there is more space.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The fastest land animal is the cheetah, which can reach speeds up to 75 miles per hour.
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The fastest train in the world is the Shanghai Maglev, which can reach speeds up to 268 miles per hour.
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The fastest human ever recorded was Usain Bolt, who ran the 100-meter dash in 9.58 seconds.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
speed: The rate at which something moves or operates. 'Faster' is an adjective used to describe something that moves or operates more quickly than something else.
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acceleration: The rate at which the speed of something increases. 'Faster' can be used to describe an increase in acceleration.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'faster' is often used metaphorically to describe characters or situations that move quickly or progress rapidly. In art, it can be represented through dynamic compositions or the use of fast brushstrokes. In music, it can be conveyed through fast tempos or complex rhythms.
How to Memorize "faster"
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visualize
- Visualize a race between two cars. One car represents 'faster', and the other represents the reference point. Imagine the 'faster' car crossing the finish line before the other.
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associate
- Associate the word 'faster' with the image of a cheetah or a racecar. These animals and vehicles are often associated with speed and quickness.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Faster Horses' to remember that 'faster' is an adjective meaning 'moving more quickly'. Imagine horses running faster than usual.
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