Definition

A person or thing that causes something to happen more quickly.

Example

The hastener of the project ensured that all deadlines were met ahead of schedule.

Conversation

I heard you met a real hastener at the event last night.

Yeah, she was super fast at getting things done!

It's impressive how some people can really be hasteners in a busy environment.

Absolutely! They make everything feel so much more efficient.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hastener → It is formed from "hasten" (from Middle English *hastenen*, meaning to move quickly) and "-er" (meaning a person who). The word "hastener" refers to a person who causes or encourages haste or quickness.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who makes things happen quickly — that's what a hastener does, as they are a person who encourages speed.

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