precipitated

[pri-sip-i-tey-tid] / prɪˈsɪp ɪˌteɪ tɪd /

VERB

hurry, speed

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accelerate expedite hasten trigger

STRONG

advance cast discharge dispatch fling further hurl launch press quicken throw

WEAK

bring on let fly push forward send forth speed up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

block check halt hinder stop

STRONG

catch cease hold keep receive

WEAK

slow wait

Example Sentences

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“Racer’s actions precipitated the vehicular death of a juvenile pedestrian and left a family heartbroken,” they said.

From Seattle Times

Now, as the opioid crisis has precipitated a huge investment in a public health apparatus devoted to treating addiction, public health experts have coined a new term: pre-addiction.

From Salon

It also precipitated a surge in reality TV as networks turned to unscripted formats – competitions, game shows, and sports – to fill the void.

From Salon

Inconsistent local data precipitated the end of privately run projects that supplemented government resources.

From Seattle Times

The temporal shifts also serve to educate both Dan and the audience about the noxious privilege and entitlement that precipitated his downfall.

From New York Times