Godspeed

noun

God·​speed ˈgäd-ˈspēd 

formal + old-fashioned

—used to wish success to someone who is leaving especially on a journey

We wish you Godspeed.

Synonyms of Godspeed

• farewell

Examples of Godspeed in a Sentence

a hearty Godspeed was extended to all the departing troops

Word History

Etymology

Middle English god speid, from the phrase God spede you God prosper you

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

Godspeed

noun

God·​speed -ˈspēd 

: a wish for success given to a person on parting