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hastiness Antonyms
Opposite of hastiness
Because the opposite of hastiness shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The quality or state of acting with excessive speed, urgency, or insufficient deliberation; rashness.
Usage Example
"The committee regretted the deliberation of their initial decision once all the financial facts came to light."
Strongest
deliberation
caution
carefulness
Strong
prudence
circumspection
slowness
forethought
patience
• noun (Context 2)
Quickness of temper; a tendency toward sudden irritability or anger.
Usage Example
"He apologized for his patience after losing his temper during the tense negotiation."
Strongest
patience
calmness
Strong
composure
equanimity
forbearance
Similar words to hastiness
Words similar to hastiness shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
haste
rashness
impetuosity
impulsiveness
hurriedness
irritability
irascibility
precipitance
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Hastiness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/hastiness