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speedy Synonyms

Another word for speedy

Choosing another word for speedy depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Done, occurring, or accomplished quickly and without delay; prompt.

Usage Example

"Everyone in the office signed a card wishing her a prompt recovery after surgery."

Strongest
prompt
quick
rapid
swift
Strong
expeditious
immediate
timely

• adjective (Context 2)

Moving or capable of moving at a high rate of speed; fast.

Usage Example

"The fast winger easily outran the opposing defenders down the sideline."

Strongest
fast
swift
quick
rapid
Strong
fleet
brisk
nimble

Opposites of speedy

The opposite of speedy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

slow
delayed
sluggish
plodding
tardy
unhurried
belated
lethargic
See all opposites of speedy

• Nearby Words

speedwalk
speedway
speedwell
speedy
spell
spellbind
spellbinding

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Speedy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/speedy
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