Definition

To make a process happen faster or to help it progress more quickly.

Example

The manager asked the team to expedite the project so it could be completed ahead of schedule.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the new project deadline coming up soon?

Yeah, I did! We need to expedite our work to meet it.

I agree, we should find ways to speed things up this week.

Absolutely, let’s brainstorm some ideas together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Expedite → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out) and "pedis" (from Latin "pes", meaning foot). The word originally referred to the act of freeing one's feet, or making progress more quickly, hence to hasten or speed up a process.

Memory Tip

Think of 'getting out' ('ex-') and 'moving forward' ('pedis') — that's why expedite means to speed up a process.

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