supersonic
Translation
supersonic
Examples
Concorde was a famous supersonic aircraft.
Concorde was a famous supersonic aircraft.
The jet travelled at supersonic speed.
The jet traveled at supersonic speed.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) faster than the speed of sound The plane reached supersonic speeds.
Similar Words
Synonyms: faster-than-sound; Antonyms: subsonic
Etymology
From 'super-' (above, beyond) and 'sonic' (relating to sound, from Latin 'sonus'). Literally 'above sound'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a superhero ('super') flying so fast they break the sound ('sonic') barrier.