rapidez
1. the quality or state of being swift; high speed or velocity
The swiftness of the runner impressed all the spectators.
A rapidez do corredor impressionou todos os espectadores.
2. quickness in action or response; promptness
The emergency team responded with admirable swiftness.
A equipe de emergência respondeu com admirável rapidez.
3. the quality of being done or occurring quickly
The swiftness of technological change has transformed society.
A rapidez da mudança tecnológica transformou a sociedade.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, 'swiftness' is valued in business, sports, and emergency response scenarios. The concept reflects a cultural appreciation for efficiency and quick problem-solving. In Portuguese-speaking countries, 'rapidez' is commonly used in professional settings, while 'celeridade' appears more frequently in legal and governmental documentation.
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