What is the definition of hasten?

Hasten means to speed up or make something happen sooner. It implies an urgency or desire to expedite something.

Here are some synonyms for hasten:

* Accelerate

* Rush

* Expedite

* Hurry

* Speed up

* Quicken

Examples:

* "The doctor hastened to the scene of the accident."

* "The news of the fire hastened our departure."

* "The company hastened the release of the new product."