peragrate

/ˌpɛrəˈɡreɪt/ or /ˈpɛrəɡreɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to move or go through something in a careless or hasty manner

“The careless tourist peragrated through the ancient ruins without respecting their historical significance.”

2. verb

to move or go through something in a way that is not thorough or careful

“The researcher accused the student of peragrating over the data without thoroughly analyzing it.”

Synonyms

  • hasten
  • rush

Antonyms

  • continue
  • proceed