rasante
Translation
rapid, fast-paced, swift, breathtaking
Examples
Das ist eine rasante Entwicklung.
That is a rapid development.
Sie fuhr eine rasante Kurve.
She took a sharp curve at high speed.
Grammar Patterns
a ~ Noun a rapid noun a rasant development
Similar Words
Synonyms: schnell, rapide, stürmisch; Antonyms: langsam, gemächlich
Etymology
From French 'rasant', meaning 'grazing' or 'skimming the ground'.
Memory Tips
Think of the related verb 'rasen' (to race). Something 'rasant' happens at racing speed.