expedite
/ˈɛkspɪdaɪt/verb★Intermediate
formal
to make something happen or be done more quickly
We need to expedite the approval process to meet the deadline.
We must speed up the approval process to finish by the deadline.
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Often used in business, legal, or administrative contexts.
Collocations
expedite a processto speed up a procedureexpedite deliveryto make delivery fasterexpedite approvalto get approval quickly
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💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
Use 'expedite' in formal contexts; for casual speech, 'speed up' or 'rush' may be more appropriate.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'expedire', meaning 'to free from impediments' or 'to make ready'.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal or professional settings, such as business, law, or logistics.
Word Breakdown
ex-
out of
prefix-ped
foot
root-ite
to make ready
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