What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
rapidness
Example
The rapidness of the company's growth was surprising. [rapidness: noun]
Example
The rapidness with which the virus spread was alarming. [rapidness: noun]
speed
Example
The car was traveling at a high speed on the highway. [speed: noun]
Example
She ran with great speed to catch the bus. [speed: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Speed is more commonly used than rapidness in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between rapidness and speed?
Rapidness is more formal than speed, and is often used in technical or scientific contexts.
