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faster

adj.
A1 Beginner US //ˈfæstɝ// UK //fˈɑːstɐ// faster

adj. moving or happening at a high speed. You use this form when comparing two things to say one has more speed than the other.

adj. the comparative form of 'fast', indicating a higher rate of speed or a shorter duration of time for a process. Often used to describe accelerated physiological responses or recovery rates.


SIMPLE

The new treatment leads to a faster recovery.

CONTEXTUAL

Patients who follow the exercise plan usually see faster results than those who only take medication.

COMPLEX

The medical team noted that the patient's heart rate became significantly faster during the stress test, indicating a potential cardiovascular issue that required further investigation.

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Etymology 1

From fast (“quick; quickly”) + -er.

Etymology 2

From fast (“refrain from eating”) + -er.

Usage

The comparative form of 'fast'; typically precedes a noun or follows a linking verb.

Pitfall

more fasterfasterFaster is already a comparative form; adding 'more' is a double comparative error.

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