velocity
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The speed of something in a particular direction.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Usage notes
In physics, "velocity" includes direction, while "speed" alone does not.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The rocket reached a _____ of several thousand kilometers per hour."
Answer: velocity
In your own words, what does "velocity" mean?
The speed of something in a particular direction.
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