Definition

A person or vehicle that moves very quickly, often used to describe someone who is exceptionally fast, especially in racing or sports.

Example

The speedster won the race by a large margin, leaving everyone else far behind.

Conversation

Did you see that new car? It looks like a total speedster!

Yeah, I noticed it zooming by earlier!

I bet it can go from 0 to 60 in just a few seconds.

For sure! I would love to take a ride in a speedster like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Speedster → It is formed from "speed" (from Old English "spēd", meaning success or prosperity) and the suffix "-ster" (meaning a person who). The word "speedster" refers to a person who is fast or quick, particularly in a competitive context.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is associated with 'success' ('spēd') and is a 'person' ('-ster') known for their quickness. This helps you remember that a speedster is someone who is fast.

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