swiftness meaning

UK US /ˈswɪftnəs/ 2 syllables

swiftness (noun): a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens.

Definition of swiftness

  1. a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens
    • the project advanced with gratifying speed

    Synonyms: speed, fastness

    Type of: pace

    Kinds: haste, execution speed, graduality

    Related forms: swift

How to pronounce swiftness

swiftness is pronounced /ˈswɪftnəs/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Scrabble score: 15 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with SW · words ending in SS · 9-letter words

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