Definition

In a quick or rushed way, often without careful thought.

Example

She hastily packed her bag before leaving for the airport.

Conversation

Did you see how hastily she left the party last night?

Yeah, it was so sudden! I wonder what happened.

I know, right? She seemed fine until she packed up hastily.

Maybe she had an emergency or something.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hastily → It is formed from "hasty" (from Old French *hastif*, meaning quick or swift) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "hastily" means in a quick or swift manner.

Memory Tip

Think of doing something in a 'quick' way ('hasty') — the '-ly' just means in that manner. So, when you act hastily, you are acting quickly.

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