Definition

Faster than something else; having a higher speed.

Example

The new train is speedier than the old one.

Conversation

I found a new route to work that is much speedier than the old one.

That's awesome! I hate sitting in traffic.

Yeah, it saves me about fifteen minutes every day.

You should show me the way; I could use a speedier commute too!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Speedier → It is formed from "speed" (from Old English *spēd*, meaning success or prosperity) and the suffix "-ier" (meaning more). The word "speedier" means more speedy or having greater speed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'speed' as success in moving quickly, and the '-ier' indicates more of that quality. So, speedier means having more speed.

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