Affrettando is an Italian word that translates to "hurrying" in English. There are several synonyms for this word that mean the same thing, such as accelerate, hasten, quicken, rush, speed up, and expedite. These synonyms are often used to describe a situation where there is an urgent need to move quickly or complete a task in a timely manner. For example, someone who is running late for an important meeting might hurry or accelerate their pace to get there on time. In music, affrettando is used as an instruction to play a piece with increasing speed, and the synonyms listed can also be used interchangeably in this context.