SPEEDS Synonyms: 121 Similar and Opposite Words

speeds 1 of 2

noun

plural of speed

as in favorites

a person or thing that is preferred over others that kind of old-fashioned horror movie is just my speed

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speeds

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of speed

as in races

to proceed or move quickly a bullet train speeding across the lush countryside

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Noun

More efficient micro-LED transmitters could eventually help data centers increase communication speeds without relying exclusively on power-hungry lasers. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026 Recently, companies with older satellites have used the FCC process in attempts to stop newer companies from offering technologies that would provide faster internet speeds. — Max Harden, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026 Advertisement Spain’s rail infrastructure uses the German LZB (Linienzugbeeinflussung) system, a railway safety technology that monitors train speeds and sends traffic instructions to the driver’s cab. — Chad De Guzman, Time, 29 Oct. 2026 This means the airship can handle wind speeds of up to 45 km/h, but the company also uses weather forecasts to plan inspection routes that take advantage of wind direction rather than fighting against it. — Edd Gent, IEEE Spectrum, 29 Oct. 2026 At highway speeds, the rear wheels steer with the front wheels to effectively lengthen the wheelbase and thus increase straight-line stability. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 28 Oct. 2026 On Thursday, more than a week after the speed limits were first imposed, a Ukrainian government official told CBS News that some military units have been able to operate at higher speeds, but only at sea. — Aidan Stretch, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026 Cold water triggers an immediate stress response that spikes heart rate, speeds breathing and constricts blood vessels. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026 Despite the occasional witty crossover event, English and ASL evolve in completely distinct environments, and at different speeds. — New York Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Verb

Researchers have identified a new bacterial enzyme that speeds up the breakdown of polyesters and bioplastics. — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2026 For health care CFOs, the challenge is distinguishing between an AI tool that speeds up billing and one that helps patients get the right care in the right setting—potentially changing the economics of care itself. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2026 This speeds customs and ensures a smoother cross-border delivery experience. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026 In the 1980s, Kagan found that a catalyst, a helper that speeds up a reaction, does not have to be entirely made of molecules with the same handedness to make a purely single-handed product. — Mallory Green, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026 Directed by Mert Alas, the cinematic visual opens on a desert road flanked by mountains, a car speeds through, which is later revealed to be driven by Miley. — Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2026 When life speeds up, intentional relaxation is usually the first thing that flies out the window. — Cheryl Fenton, Flow Space, 23 Sep. 2026 Of course, the vitamin A derivative—which speeds up cellular turnover to reveal fresher-looking skin— has been known to irritate some skin types. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026 This slows down premature certainty and speeds up better decisions once the picture clarifies. — Gilda D'incerti, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

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Noun

McLaren's Lando Norris won here last year, but recent form makes Max Verstappen or Antonelli the favorites to win.

— Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 30 Oct. 2026
The Packers haven’t had this big of a spread as favorites all season, primarily a reaction to Carolina’s blowout loss last week and a short travel week to follow.

— Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of favorites

Verb

Even as China races the United States for AI supremacy, Reuters has reported that China’s Moonshot AI is in talks with Amazon, Microsoft, and Alphabet for a share of the revenue those companies earn from hosting its Kimi K3 model.

— NIALL FERGUSON, Foreign Affairs, 20 Oct. 2026
The high pressure air in the Great Basin races downhill to the coast.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of races

Noun

An agent can work in the background, remember preferences, monitor information and handle tasks across various websites and apps.

— Marty Swant, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
Muse chats back and forth with the user, narrows in on preferences and can even complete purchases when given human approval.

— Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of preferences

Noun

But many of us have buried our beloved pets in our yards beneath new trees as an alternative to cremation.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026
What’s less known is that indoor activity — cooking, keeping pets, burning candles and spraying perfumes — generates pollutants and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), Jennings adds.

— Tracy Achonwa, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of pets

Verb

Lucy’s behavior may be frustratingly inconsistent, but many viewers will recognize the immeasurable suffering that drives it.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026
Additive manufacturing drives development A major part of Beehive’s development strategy involves additive manufacturing.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of drives

Verb

Bengals running back Corey Dillon rushes for an NFL single-game record 278 yards in a 31-21 victory over the Denver Broncos.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
Defensive coordinator Corey Batoon dialed up more blitzes and two-high safety coverages in the second half, switching from a first-half strategy that was full of single-high and some three-man rushes.

— PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of rushes

Verb

If someone hurries you, slow the exchange and name what feels good in your body, like sitting down before deciding on plans.

— Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 11 June 2026
Nix almost always hurries his throws when a blitz comes Harvey’s way, regardless of whether the rookie RB picks it up capably or not.

— Luca Evans, Denver Post, 23 Dec. 2025

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