Gadarene — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈga-də-ˌrēn/ Gad·a·rene

Meaning & Definition of Gadarene

Gadarene (adjective)

  1. headlong, precipitate
  2. of, relating to, or characteristic of Gadara

Gadarene (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. acting or done with excessive or careless speed

    "what began as the defection of a handful of employees soon became a gadarene exodus that threatened to leave the advertising agency understaffed"

    similar: cursory, drive-by, flying, hasty, headlong, helter-skelter, hurried, overhasty, pell-mell, precipitate, precipitous, rash, rushed
    related: breakneck, breathtaking, headstrong, heady, hotheaded, impatient, impetuous, impulsive, madcap, reckless, unadvised, quick, rapid, speedy, swift, horseback, impromptu, makeshift, offhand, offhanded, off-the-cuff, rush, slapdash, snap, spontaneous, spur-of-the-moment, abrupt, sudden
    opposite: deliberate, unhurried, unrushed
    near: calculated, calculating, measured, circumspect, foresighted, forethoughtful, drawn-out, extended, long-term, prolonged, faltering, hesitant, hesitating, tentative, dallying, dawdling, laggard, leisurely, poky, shilly-shallying, slow

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Gadarene

The most common words with a similar meaning to Gadarene:

cursory, drive-by, flying, hasty, headlong, helter-skelter, hurried, overhasty, pell-mell, precipitate, precipitous, rash, rushed

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Gadarene

Words with the opposite meaning of Gadarene:

deliberate, unhurried, unrushed

Related Words for Gadarene

breakneck, breathtaking, headstrong, heady, hotheaded, impatient, impetuous, impulsive, madcap, reckless, unadvised, quick, rapid, speedy, swift, horseback, impromptu, makeshift, offhand, offhanded, off-the-cuff, rush, slapdash, snap, spontaneous, spur-of-the-moment, abrupt, sudden

Near Antonyms of Gadarene

calculated, calculating, measured, circumspect, foresighted, forethoughtful, drawn-out, extended, long-term, prolonged, faltering, hesitant, hesitating, tentative, dallying, dawdling, laggard, leisurely, poky, shilly-shallying, slow

Word Forms of Gadarene

Derived words: Gadarene (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Gadarene

from the demon-possessed Gadarene swine in Matthew 8:28 that rushed into the sea

First known use: 1895

Frequently Asked Questions about Gadarene

What does "Gadarene" mean?

"Gadarene" means headlong, precipitate. As an adjective, it is defined as: headlong, precipitate.

What is another word for "Gadarene"?

Other words for "Gadarene" include cursory, drive-by, flying, hasty, headlong, helter-skelter, hurried and overhasty. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Gadarene" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Gadarene"?

There are 41 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Gadarene". Common alternatives include cursory, drive-by, flying, hasty, headlong, helter-skelter, hurried, overhasty, pell-mell and precipitate.

What is the opposite of "Gadarene"?

Antonyms of "Gadarene" include deliberate, unhurried and unrushed. Near antonyms include calculated, calculating, measured and circumspect.

How do you use "Gadarene" in a sentence?

Examples of "Gadarene" in a sentence: "what began as the defection of a handful of employees soon became a gadarene exodus that threatened to leave the advertising agency understaffed".

Is "Gadarene" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Gadarene" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Gadarene"?

"Gadarene" is pronounced /ˈga-də-ˌrēn/ and divided into syllables as Gad·a·rene.

What is the origin of the word "Gadarene"?

"Gadarene" comes from from the demon-possessed Gadarene swine in Matthew 8:28 that rushed into the sea. First known use: 1895.