Synonyms of hasten

Verb


1. rush, hasten, hurry, look sharp, festinate, act, move

usage: act or move at high speed; "We have to rush!"; "hurry--it's late!"

2. rush, hotfoot, hasten, hie, speed, race, pelt along, rush along, cannonball along, bucket along, belt along, step on it, travel, go, move, locomote

usage: move fast; "He rushed down the hall to receive his guests"; "The cars raced down the street"

3. expedite, hasten, help, assist, aid

usage: speed up the progress of; facilitate; "This should expedite the process"

4. induce, stimulate, rush, hasten, effect, effectuate, set up

usage: cause to occur rapidly; "the infection precipitated a high fever and allergic reactions"

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Definition and meaning of hasten (Dictionary)