Synonyms of high-speednext
1
: operated or adapted for operation at high speed
2
: relating to the production of short-exposure photographs of rapidly moving objects or events of short duration

Examples of high-speed in a Sentence

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Katy Xenakis-Makowski, superintendent of Johannesburg-Lewiston Area Schools in Otsego County, told Bridge Michigan that many of her students and half her teachers don't have high-speed internet at home. CBS News, 10 Dec. 2025 Xfinity covers nearly the entire city, Fios brings fast fiber to many neighborhoods, and T-Mobile and Starry extend high-speed wireless access, especially in multi-unit buildings. Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 10 Dec. 2025 According to official statements, the high-speed line will serve over 10 million passengers annually and is projected to generate 30,000 direct and indirect jobs across both countries. Sam Stevenson, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025 The Public Service Commission's goal under the Wisconsin Digital Equity Plan is to connect all state residents and businesses to high-speed internet by 2030. Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 8 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for high-speed

Word History

First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of high-speed was in 1844

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“High-speed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-speed. Accessed 18 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

high-speed

adjective
-ˈspēd
: going or made for operation at high speed

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