Grade 0
(pre-cip-i-tate) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. to cause something to happen suddenly or quickly.

Example Sentence

A precipitate stop led to the wreck. OR The remark may precipitate a fight.

More Example Sentences

He did not want to precipitate a fight.

Synonyms

hasten; accelerate; trigger

Antonyms

delay; prolong; stop

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Rhymes

  • precipitate