hastening
|has-ten-ing|
B2
/ˈheɪsənɪŋ/
(hasten)
speed up
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hasten' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'hastenen,' where 'haste' meant 'speed or urgency.'
Historical Evolution
'hastenen' transformed into the modern English word 'hasten.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to act with speed,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'hasten'.
The workers are hastening to complete the project on time.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39