Definition of hurry

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  • hurry is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • hurry is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • hurry is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of hurry

  • the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. haste
    2. rush
    3. rushing
  • urge to an unnatural speed (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. rush
  • overly eager speed (and possible carelessness) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. haste
    2. hastiness
    3. hurriedness
    4. precipitation
  • move very fast (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. speed
    2. travel rapidly
    3. zip
  • a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry (noun)

    Examples

    1. in a hurry to lock the door

    Synonyms

    1. haste
  • act or move at high speed (verb)

    Examples

    1. hurry--it's late!

    Synonyms

    1. festinate
    2. hasten
    3. look sharp
    4. rush

See definition of hurry in Merriam Webster