supersonic
Translation
supersonic
Examples
The jet flew at supersonic speeds.
The jet flew at supersonic speeds.
Supersonic travel is very rare.
Supersonic travel is very rare.
Grammar Patterns
((supersonic + [noun])) faster than the speed of sound The Concorde was a supersonic jet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: faster-than-sound; Antonyms: subsonic
Etymology
From 'super-' (above, beyond) and 'sonic' (relating to sound, from Latin 'sonus'). Literally 'beyond sound'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'super' fast plane breaking the 'sonic' barrier (the speed of sound).