galloping

Definitions

Moving at the fastest pace of a horse, with all four feet off the ground during each stride.

Developing or increasing at a rapid, often uncontrollable rate.

Characterized by a quick, rhythmic, or energetic movement.

Examples

The galloping horse raced across the open meadow.

Inflation is galloping at an alarming rate this year.

Synonyms

racing speeding dashing sprinting careering hurtling rushing

Antonyms

crawling creeping plodding strolling dawdling sluggish leisurely