Velocity/vəˈlɑːsəti/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Direction Matters Unlike 'speed', 'velocity' implies movement in a specific direction. The ball's velocity was directly towards the goalpost. Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Fast 'High velocity' means very fast in one direction, not just fast in general. The high velocity wind pointed northward. Pro Tip 3/3Precise Term 'Velocity' is commonly used when precision is needed, such as in sports or driving. He increased his car's velocity as he entered the highway.