expede

/ɛksˈpiːdi/

Definitions

1. verb

to expedite or speed up the progress of something

“The new policy aims to expede the process of obtaining a visa.”

2. verb (archaic)

to proceed or go on a journey or expedition

“The knights were charged to expede to the enemy’s camp.”

3. noun

a person or thing that expedites or speeds up something

“The company’s expede helped us meet our deadline.”

Synonyms

  • accelerate
  • expedite
  • hasten

Antonyms

  • delay
  • hinder