Hurry

/ˈhɜːri/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a state of urgency or haste

In my hurry to leave, I forgot my phone.

a rush or swift movement

He was in a hurry to finish the project before the deadline.

verb

to move or act with speed; to cause to act or move quickly

We need to hurry if we want to catch the bus.

to do something quickly or in a rush

Please don't hurry through your homework.

to urge someone to move or act quickly

She hurried him along so they wouldn't be late.

Middle English 'hurien', of uncertain origin.

hurry up

To act more quickly.

in a hurry

In a state of need for speed.

hurry along

To encourage someone to move faster.

hurry-scurry

A state of chaos or rapid movement.

rush

To move or act with urgency.

speed

The rate at which something is done or moves.

haste

Excessive speed or urgency of movement.

dash

To run or move quickly.

Hurry up

Hurry up, we're going to be late!

Rush hour

I hate driving during rush hour.