Synonyms of apacenext
1
: at a quick pace : swiftly
growing apace
2
: abreast
used with of or with
trying to keep apace with changes in technology

Examples of apace in a Sentence

Development on the project continued apace. the end of another year is hastening apace
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While development of the Starship launch vehicle continues apace, in 2026, SpaceX also supports 10 million+ Starlink customers. Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026 Then, Hyundai — which has, unlike some carmakers, kept apace with EV production after an oil-friendly Republican Party pushed for the end of federal tax credits — suddenly saw a 40% spike in demand for those cars driven by the energy shock that followed the Iran war. Ben Smith, semafor.com, 20 Apr. 2026 While an ocean of pain roils under the surface, of course, life continues apace. David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026 Taskmaster’s international rollout is continuing apace, with a local version greenlit by Polish broadcaster TVN. Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for apace

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, probably from Middle French à pas on step

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of apace was in the 14th century

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“Apace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/apace. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

apace

adverb
: at a quick pace : fast
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