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Hastiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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hastiest

 

[ ˈheɪstiɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

speed of action

The term 'hastiest' refers to an action performed with great speed or urgency, often without careful consideration. It implies a lack of thought or deliberation, suggesting that the action could be impulsive or rushed. Hasty actions can lead to mistakes or unintended consequences. In various contexts, the hastiest approach is usually not recommended as it may compromise quality or safety.

Synonyms

fastest, immediate, quickest, speediest

Examples of usage

  • He made the hastiest decision of his career.
  • Her hastiest responses often got her in trouble.
  • The hastiest route might not always be the safest.

Translations

Translations of the word "hastiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais apressado

🇮🇳 सबसे जल्दी

🇩🇪 eiligste

🇮🇩 paling terburu-buru

🇺🇦 найшвидший

🇵🇱 najszybszy

🇯🇵 最も急いでいる

🇫🇷 le plus hâtif

🇪🇸 el más apresurado

🇹🇷 en aceleci

🇰🇷 가장 성급한

🇸🇦 الأكثر استعجالًا

🇨🇿 nejrychlejší

🇸🇰 najrýchlejší

🇨🇳 最快的

🇸🇮 najhitrejši

🇮🇸 hraðastur

🇰🇿 ең асығыс

🇬🇪 ყველაზე სწრაფი

🇦🇿 ən tələsik

🇲🇽 el más apresurado

Etymology

The word 'hastiest' originates from the Middle English word 'hasty', which means 'rash or sudden'. This can be traced back further to Old Norse 'hjáske', indicating a notion of haste or swiftness. Its first recorded use dates back to the 14th century. The comparative suffix 'iest' signifies the superlative form of hasty, hence 'hastiest' suggests the greatest degree of haste. Over time, this term has evolved in its application, often reflecting on human behaviors characterized by speed and impulsivity, especially in decision-making contexts. Language evolution has molded the word to cover both consequences and moral judgments regarding the speed of actions, enriching its usage in modern English.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,529, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.