Meaning of the word hasty in English

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

hasty

US /ˈheɪ.sti/
UK /ˈheɪ.sti/
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Adjective

1.

done or made too quickly, without careful thought or planning

Example:
He made a hasty decision to quit his job.
Don't make any hasty judgments.
2.

acting or moving quickly; hurried

Example:
They made a hasty retreat from the scene.
She gave a hasty nod and left.