expedited
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɛkˈspɪdɪd/
KK: /ɛkˈspɪdɪd/
adjective
Definition
Done more quickly or efficiently than usual.
Example
The expedited shipping option ensured that the package arrived the next day.
Conversation
Did you hear that they expedited the shipping for our order?
Really? That’s awesome!
Yeah, it should arrive by tomorrow now.
Perfect! I can't wait to see it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
accelerated
hasty
swift
Antonyms
delayed
sluggish
leisurely
verb
Definition
To make a process happen faster or to speed up an action.
Example
The company expedited the shipping to ensure the package arrived on time.
Tense Forms
Past: expedited
Past Participle: expedited
Conversation
Did you hear that they expedited the shipping for my package?
No way! That’s awesome news!
Yeah, I was surprised how quickly they expedited it after I called.
Root Explanation
Expedited → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out) and "pedis" (from Latin "pes", meaning foot). The word "expedited" means to make a process move out or proceed faster, as if giving it a push to move forward more quickly.
Memory Tip
Think of 'pushing something out' ('ex-') to make it go faster ('pedis' relates to movement). This helps you remember that 'expedited' means to speed up a process.
Visually Confused Words
unexpedited
unexpeditated