Definition

Done quickly or in a rush, often without enough time to do something properly.

Example

She took a hurried glance at the clock before leaving the house.

Conversation

I noticed you looked a bit hurried today, everything okay?

Yeah, I just had to finish a project before the deadline.

I understand, deadlines can make anyone feel hurried.

Definitely! I always try to plan better next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hurried → It is formed from "hurry" (from Middle English *hurri*, meaning to move quickly) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action or state). The word "hurried" describes the state of having moved quickly or acted with haste.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'hurry' which means to move quickly, and remember that 'hurried' describes the state of having done something quickly.

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