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"Hurried" vs. "hasty": a speedy showdown
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Lloyd Cooper 01/03/2025, 22:42
Lloyd Cooper 01/03/2025, 22:42English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "hurried" and "hasty" describe actions performed quickly or with great speed, often due to time constraints or urgency.
What is different?
"Hurried" implies doing something quickly, possibly due to necessity, without an inherent judgment about the quality of the action. "Hasty" suggests quickness but often carries a negative connotation, implying carelessness or a lack of thought resulting from the speed.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Hurried- She grabbed a hurried breakfast before heading to work.
- They made a hurried attempt to finish the project on time.
- In his hurried state, he forgot to lock the door.
- Let's avoid making a hasty decision we might regret.
- His hasty driving led to an accident.
- She sent a hasty reply without reading the entire message.
Difference
