hurry

/ˈhɜːri/ /ˈhʌri/

Definitions

1. verb

to move quickly or with urgency; to proceed with haste

“She had to hurry to catch the last bus.”

2. noun

a state of being in a hurry or a feeling of urgency

“The crowd’s hurry to get out of the theater caused a stampede.”

3. interjection

an expression of urgency or haste

“Hurry up, we’re running late!”

4. adverb

done or accomplished quickly or with haste

“The package was hurriedly shipped to its destination.”

Synonyms

  • haste
  • rush
  • spur
  • swift

Antonyms

  • delay
  • linger