A1 — Beginneradjective
rapido
fast / rapid
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
veloceceleresveltofulmineo
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
lentolentissimopigrotardivo
Usage note
'Veloce' is the most common everyday word for fast. 'Celere' is more formal/official. 'Svelto' = quick/nimble. 'Fulmineo' = lightning-fast. 'Lento' is the direct opposite.
Example
"Abbiamo bisogno di una risposta rapida alla situazione."
"We need a rapid response to the situation."
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