Meaning & Definition of word "Faster"

Faster

/ˈfæstər/

adjective:

  • 1. Moving or capable of moving at high speed.
    • Example: She ran faster than anyone in the race.
  • 2. Operating more quickly than a specified rate.
    • Example: This computer processes data faster than my old one.

adverb:

  • 1. In a faster manner; with greater speed.
    • Example: If you want to finish on time, you need to work faster.
  • 2. More quickly than another action or event.
    • Example: He completed the test faster than his classmates.

Etymology

Old English 'fæst', meaning firmly, steadfastly; comparative form.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fast track:

A method or way of achieving something more quickly.

faster than light:

A term used to describe something moving quicker than the speed of light.

faster than a speeding bullet:

Extremely fast; used to convey the idea of rapid motion.

Related Words

fast:

Moving or capable of moving at high speed.

quick:

Done with speed; rapid.

Slang Meanings of faster

Meaning: Zooming

Example Sentence: That car is zooming down the highway.

Meaning: Booking it

Example Sentence: He was booking it to catch the bus.