Speed: English Vocabulary List

at a speed that is not fast

"He walked slow."

"The internet connection is slow so I cannot watch the video properly."

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

"The car is fast."

"The fast runner crossed the finish line in record time breaking the previous record that had stood for ten years."

in a manner that is fast and takes little time

"She ran quick."

"She was quick to understand the problem and offered an excellent solution immediately."

occurring or moving with great speed

"The change was rapid."

"The rapid growth of the city caused traffic problems and the government struggled to build enough roads and public transportation."

carried out in a relaxed and unhurried manner

"He took a leisurely walk."

"We took a leisurely walk through the park enjoying the beautiful weather and the colorful flowers that were blooming everywhere."

to move with a lower speed or rate of movement

"Slow down before the intersection."

"Drivers must slow down when approaching a school zone because children may be crossing the street."