pace

pace · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The speed at which something happens or develops.

  2. 2.

    To walk with slow or measured steps, especially back and forth.

  3. 3.

    A single step taken when walking or running.

  4. 4.

    To set or regulate the speed of something.

  5. 5.

    The manner of walking or running of a horse.

Forms

plural: paces

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    at one's own pace — at a speed that suits one personally
  • •
    keep pace with — to progress at the same rate as something or someone
  • •
    set the pace — to establish a speed or standard for others to follow
  • •
    put someone through their paces — to test someone's abilities

Related words

Antonyms: standstill
See also: rate, speed, stride, tempo
Synonyms: rate, speed, stride, tempo

Etymology

From Latin passus ("step, stride"), from pandere ("to stretch, spread").