hypersonic

/haɪpəˈsɒnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

exceeding or characterized by high speed, especially in the range of speeds above Mach 5.

“The new aircraft was designed to achieve hypersonic speeds.”

2. noun

a vehicle or aircraft capable of traveling at hypersonic speeds.

“The hypersonic plane is still in the experimental phase.”

Synonyms

  • high-speed
  • supersonic

Antonyms

  • low-speed
  • subsonic