Meaning of the word hasten in English

What does hasten mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hasten

US /ˈheɪ.sən/
UK /ˈheɪ.sən/
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Verb

1.

to be quick to do something

Example:
He hastened to assure her that he was well.
We must hasten to finish the report before the deadline.
2.

to cause something to happen sooner than it otherwise would

Example:
The bad news only served to hasten his decline.
The new policy will hasten the process of economic recovery.