apace

[ uh-peys ]

adverb

1. with speed; quickly; swiftly.

apace

/ əˈpeɪs /

adverb

1. quickly; rapidly

Word History and Origins

Origin of apace¹

First recorded in 1275–1325; Middle English a pas(e) “at a (good) pace”; a- ¹, pace ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of apace¹

C14: probably from Old French à pas, at a (good) pace

Example Sentences

So, the mitigations for this moment have continued apace: the foreign secretary recently met Trump’s former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

From BBC

But Biden’s lackluster approval ratings and an unmistakable enthusiasm gap continued apace, particularly among celebrities, who were not jumping on to endorse the campaign.

From Los Angeles Times

Alas, our nation’s decline will continue apace, no matter who wins.

From Seattle Times

There’s only one intermission at A Noise Within, but the sparkling conversation keeps the play galloping apace.

From Los Angeles Times

That indicates that the judge is moving apace.

From Salon

Related Words

• speedily