Haste/heɪst/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Context Matters Use 'haste' when actions are done quickly, possibly overlooking details. In his haste, he skipped the last step. Pro Tip 2/3Negative Implication 'Haste' often suggests that the quick action may not be fully thought through. Her haste to answer the question backfired. Pro Tip 3/3Time Pressure Use it when someone is under pressure to act swiftly. The soldiers moved with haste as the enemy approached.