Speedster

usgb/ˈspiːd.stɚ/
noun

A person who moves extremely fast, often used to describe someone in a race or competition.

The speedster won the race by a large margin.
Visual representation of "speedster" - A person who moves extremely fast, often used to describe someone in a race or competition.

Often appears as...

  • speedster who won the marathon
  • speedster on the racetrack

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fast runner, fast driver, racing athlete

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Context

The term is often used in sporting contexts.

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The young speedster broke several records last season.
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Positive Connotation

It generally carries a positive implication of skill and talent.

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She is a speedster in the world of athletics.
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Pop Culture

Often used in comics and movies to describe superheroes with super speed.

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Flash is the most famous speedster in superhero comics.
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