Definition

The quality or state of being quick or fast.

Example

The speediness of the internet connection allowed us to stream videos without buffering.

Conversation

I really admire the speediness of your response to emails.

Thanks! I try to stay on top of my messages.

It definitely makes a big difference in communication.

Absolutely, being quick helps avoid misunderstandings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Speediness → It is formed from "speed" (from Old English *spēd*, meaning success or prosperity) and "-iness" (a suffix indicating a state or quality). The word "speediness" refers to the quality or state of being speedy or fast.

Memory Tip

Think of 'speed' as the quality of being fast, and the '-iness' shows that it describes a state. This helps you remember that 'speediness' means the state of being fast.

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