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IELTS word

rapid

/ˈræpəd/adjective

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English definition

happening very quickly

Common phrases / collocations

  1. rapid growth
  2. rapid change
  3. rapid response

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The rescue boat made a rapid approach.

  2. 2.

    The city experienced rapid growth.

  3. 3.

    A rapid response saved time.

Visual learning

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A rescue boat moves fast across water toward a stranded person, leaving a strong wake.
happening very quickly
1person needs help
2boat arrives quickly
person needs help→boat arrives quickly