Definition of haste

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  • haste is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • haste is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • haste is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 7

Definition of haste

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

    Examples

    1. in his haste to leave he forgot his book

    Synonyms

    1. hurry
    2. rush
    3. rushing
  • overly eager speed (and possible carelessness) (noun)

    Examples

    1. he soon regretted his haste

    Synonyms

    1. hastiness
    2. hurriedness
    3. hurry
    4. precipitation
  • a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. hurry

See definition of haste in Merriam Webster