intj

Godspeed

god-SPEED

Godspeed (intj) means Said to wish someone well as they set off on a journey or a difficult undertaking. Example: “Godspeed," she said, hugging him tightly before he boarded the ship.”

intj

Said to wish someone well as they set off on a journey or a difficult undertaking.

""Godspeed," she said, hugging him tightly before he boarded the ship."

"Godspeed to the whole team heading out on the expedition tomorrow."

noun

A wish for someone's safe travel or success.

"He offered a quiet godspeed as the convoy pulled away."

How to Use Godspeed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn old-fashioned but still-used way of saying "good luck" or "safe travels" at a parting.

When to use it

Formal and a bit old-fashioned — more likely in a speech or a farewell letter than everyday chat.

Word Forms

Godspeeds plural

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Etymology

Squeezed together from the old phrase "God speed you," where "speed" meant "help you succeed," not "move fast."

Rhymes for Godspeed

feed seed reed deed need heed weed peed bleed breed speed creed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Godspeed” mean?

The word “Godspeed” means said to wish someone well as they set off on a journey or a difficult undertaking. In plain terms, an old-fashioned but still-used way of saying "good luck" or "safe travels" at a parting.

How do you pronounce “Godspeed”?

“Godspeed” is pronounced god-SPEED (/ˌɡɑdˈspid/ in IPA).

How do you use “Godspeed” in a sentence?

Here is “Godspeed” used in a sentence: “"Godspeed," she said, hugging him tightly before he boarded the ship.”

What part of speech is “Godspeed”?

Depending on how it is used, “Godspeed” can be an intj and a noun.

How many meanings does “Godspeed” have?

“Godspeed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: said to wish someone well as they set off on a journey or a difficult undertaking.