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Hasty: meaning, definitions and examples

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hasty

 

[ ˈheɪsti ]

Adjective / Adverb
Context #1 | Adjective

in decision-making

Done or made quickly without careful thought; rushed.

Synonyms

hurried, impulsive, quick, rushed

Examples of usage

  • He made a hasty decision and regretted it later.
  • She apologized for her hasty words.
Context #2 | Adverb

in actions

In a hurried or quick manner.

Synonyms

quickly, rapidly, speedily, swiftly

Examples of usage

  • She finished the task hasty to catch the train.
  • He spoke hasty, not realizing the consequences.

Translations

Translations of the word "hasty" in other languages:

🇵🇹 apressado

🇮🇳 जल्दी

🇩🇪 eilig

🇮🇩 ter匆匆

🇺🇦 поспішний

🇵🇱 pośpieszny

🇯🇵 急な

🇫🇷 hâtif

🇪🇸 precipitado

🇹🇷 acele

🇰🇷 서두르는

🇸🇦 عاجل

🇨🇿 zbrklý

🇸🇰 zbrklý

🇨🇳 匆忙的

🇸🇮 noren

🇮🇸 fljótt

🇰🇿 шұғыл

🇬🇪 დაუყოვნებელი

🇦🇿 tələsik

🇲🇽 apresurado

Etymology

The word 'hasty' originated from Middle English, from Old French hastif, from hast (noun), or from Latin hastus. It has been in use since the 14th century. Over time, 'hasty' has evolved to describe actions or decisions made quickly and without careful consideration.

See also: haste.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,821 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.