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faster

 

[ ˈfæstər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

speed comparison

The word 'faster' is a comparative adjective used to describe something that moves, operates, or occurs at a greater speed than something else. It indicates an increase in speed or a reduction in the time taken to complete a task compared to another object or scenario. In many contexts, this term can be associated with physical movement, technology, or processes. For example, when comparing two cars, one might say, 'This car is faster than that one.'

Synonyms

hastier, quicker, speedier, swifter

Examples of usage

  • He runs faster than anyone in the team.
  • This internet connection is faster than my previous one.
  • The cheetah is faster than any land animal.
  • She completed the assignment faster than I expected.

Translations

Translations of the word "faster" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais rápido

🇮🇳 तेज़

🇩🇪 schneller

🇮🇩 lebih cepat

🇺🇦 швидше

🇵🇱 szybszy

🇯🇵 速い (hayai)

🇫🇷 plus rapide

🇪🇸 más rápido

🇹🇷 daha hızlı

🇰🇷 더 빠른 (deo bbareun)

🇸🇦 أسرع (asraʿ)

🇨🇿 rychlejší

🇸🇰 rýchlejší

🇨🇳 更快 (gèng kuài)

🇸🇮 hitrejši

🇮🇸 hraðari

🇰🇿 жылдам

🇬🇪 სწრაფი (ts'rapi)

🇦🇿 daha sürətli

🇲🇽 más rápido

Etymology

The word 'faster' is derived from the Old English term 'fæst,' meaning firm, strong, or solid. Over time, this evolved into the Middle English 'fast,' which signified something that is quick or swift. The comparative form 'faster' emerged to express the idea of increased speed relative to another object, person, or situation. Linguistically, the transformation of this word reflects not only changes in pronunciation but also in its application across various contexts. The use of comparative adjectives like 'faster' became increasingly common in the English language, particularly in the context of technology and transportation, as societies began to emphasize speed as a desirable attribute.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,547, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.