Pacing: meaning, definitions and examples

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pacing

 

[ หˆpeษช.sษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

speed control

Pacing refers to the speed at which an activity or process occurs. It often describes how quickly a story unfolds in literature or how one manages their time while performing tasks.

Synonyms

rate, rhythm, speed, tempo

Examples of usage

  • The pacing of the novel kept the readers engaged.
  • She adjusted her pacing to accommodate the slower pace of her teammate.
  • In this class, we will focus on pacing our study sessions effectively.
Context #2 | Verb

movement

To pace means to walk back and forth in a specific area, often due to anxiety or deep thought. This physical action can also be used as a technique to manage stress or brainstorm ideas.

Synonyms

march, stride, traverse, walk

Examples of usage

  • He began pacing the room while he waited for the phone call.
  • She likes to pace when she's thinking about a problem.
  • Pacing helps some people think more clearly.

Translations

Translations of the word "pacing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ritmo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคคเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tempo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kecepatan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะตะผะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tempo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒšใƒผใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rythme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ritmo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tempo

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŽ˜์ด์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุฑุนุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tempo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tempo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆญฅไผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tempo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hraรฐinn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะตะผะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ”แƒ›แƒžแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tempi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ritmo

Etymology

The word 'pacing' originates from the Middle English 'pacen', which is derived from the Old French 'passer', meaning to pass or to walk. Its roots can be traced back to the Latin word 'passus', meaning a step or pace. Over time, 'pacing' came to be associated not only with the physical act of walking but also with the concept of controlling the rate or speed of an event or activity. This evolution of meaning reflects a broader understanding of pacing as it applies to various fields, including literature, sports, and project management. The modern usage of the term encompasses both its literal and metaphorical applications, highlighting its significance in balancing speed and time.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,530, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.