speedyalteration

noun

UK /ˈspiːdi ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

US /ˈspiːdi ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/

A speedy alteration is a very fast change.

The speedy alteration of the weather surprised everyone at the picnic.

SYNONYMS

quick change fast modification rapid adjustment swift revision

RELATED WORDS

alteration speed change modification adjustment

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A rapid edit made to a document or plan.

The editor made a speedy alteration to the headline before printing.

3. A quick adjustment to a machine or system.

A speedy alteration to the settings fixed the problem.

4. A fast change in someone's behavior or mood.

We noticed a speedy alteration in his mood after the good news.