high-tempo

Rapid and energetic

High-tempo describes something fast-paced or energetic, particularly music, sports, or work environments.

A high-tempo song has a quick beat; a high-tempo offense pushes the ball rapidly; a high-tempo workplace demands constant activity.

The term emphasizes sustained speed rather than brief bursts: The coach demands high-tempo play for the full ninety minutes.

speed

fast-paced

Moving or changing quickly

swift · speedy · accelerated · hurried · breakneck · blistering · lightning-fast · whirlwind · fleet · express

energy

frenetic

Wildly agitated, fast

vigorous · intense · lively · animated · bustling · exuberant · vivacious · spirited · kinetic · pulsating

music

beat

Rhythmic pulse or strike

BPM · syncopation · groove · funk · disco · techno · house · salsa · samba · merengue

Opposites
speed/pace

high-temposlow

Lacking in speed

slow-paced · sluggish · leisurely · plodding · unhurried

intensity/energy

high-temporelaxed

Free of stress

laid-back · sedate · mellow · calm · easygoing

Family

high, tempo, higher, highest, highly, height, heights, heighten, heightened

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G