Meaning & Definition of Supersonic in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Describing a speed that exceeds the speed of sound, typically around 343 meters per second (1,125 feet per second) in air at sea level.

  Example Sentence: The supersonic jet flew over the ocean at breakneck speeds.

• Definition: Pertaining to sound waves that travel faster than that of ordinary sound waves.

  Example Sentence: Supersonic waves can create sonic booms.

Etymology

Origin: Derived from the prefix 'super-' meaning 'above' and 'sonic' meaning 'related to sound'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• supersonic speed: A speed that exceeds the speed of sound, often used in the context of aircraft.
• supersonic travel: Traveling at speeds greater than the speed of sound.

Translations

• Spanish: supersónico

• French: supersonique

• German: supersonisch

• Russian: суперзвуковой

Related Words

• sonic: Relating to sound.

• hypersonic: Referring to speeds greater than five times the speed of sound.

Slang Meanings of supersonic

• Meaning: Extremely fast or quick.

  Example Sentence: That new car is supersonic!

• Meaning: Used to describe something impressive or extraordinary.

  Example Sentence: His performance was supersonic, leaving everyone in awe.