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Definition of speedfreak

speedfreak

/ˈspiːdˌfriːk/
speed · freak

Plural:speedfreaks
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• noun

1

A person who habitually uses or is addicted to amphetamines or methamphetamine.

Example

"The clinic's outreach program provided medical counseling to a recovering speedfreak trying to rebuild his life."


2

A person who loves driving or traveling at very high speeds.

Example

"As a self-proclaimed speedfreak, she spent her weekends testing sports cars on the closed circuit."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Depending on context, this slang term can either playfully describe a racing enthusiast or pejoratively refer to an amphetamine addict, so care should be taken to avoid unintended offense.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Speedfreak. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/speedfreak
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