hasty (ˈheɪstɪ
)
Definitions
adjective
- rapid; swift; quick
- excessively or rashly quick
- short-tempered
- showing irritation or anger ⇒
hasty words
Alternative Forms
ˈhastily adverb ˈhastiness nounSynonyms
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rash,
premature,
reckless,
precipitate,
impulsive,
headlong,
foolhardy,
thoughtless,
impetuous,
indiscreet,
imprudent,
heedless,
incautious,
unduly quick
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impatient,
excited,
passionate,
fiery,
irritable,
snappy,
brusque,
irascible,
hot-headed,
hot-tempered,
quick-tempered,
Usage examples
He must know by now that it's not safe to rush into hasty judgements.
, Something in the Water (1994)A lot of toilet graffiti is puerile; but we shouldn't be too hasty to get rid of the erudite ones.
Spiked (2002)Those who would cast the Italians out of the tournament until they have sorted themselves out, however, should not be so hasty.
Irish Times (2002)The brooding Chancellor will not want to damage the party by hasty retaliation.
Sun, News of the World (2004)Don't let yourself be carried into a new and hasty relationship before you've properly ended the last.
, Why Am I Afraid to Divorce? (1994)