slow
Comparative
slower
Superlative
slowest
1
moving, happening, or being done at a speed that is low
- He had a slow computer that took a long time to start up.
- She had a slow learning pace but never gave up.
- The slow elevator took a long time to reach the desired floor.
- The slow healing process of the wound required regular care.
- The slow train arrived at the station behind schedule.
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2
not fast at learning or understanding things
- Her brother teased her for being slow, but she remained determined to improve her skills.
- Sometimes he needs a little push to get going, he's a bit slow.
- Despite her age, Grandma May was never slow, she had a wit sharp as her kitchen knives.
- Jane was often labeled as slow in her early years of schooling due to her struggles with reading.
3
(of a clock or timepiece) showing a time earlier than the correct time
- My watch is slow by ten minutes.
- He realized his watch was slow when he arrived late.
- The antique timepiece is slow and needs adjustment.
- The slow clock caused him to miss the meeting.
- Their wall clock is slightly slow each day.
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4
(a business or market) characterized by low activity or diminished speed in operations
- The market has been slow this quarter, with few buyers showing interest in new listings.
- The slow business environment made it challenging for startups to secure funding.
- The restaurant experienced a slow evening, resulting in reduced staff hours for the week.
- With the economy facing challenges, many businesses reported slow earnings this quarter.
- Staff meetings often dragged on during slow periods, lacking urgency and focus.
5
boring or lacking excitement
- The slow pacing of the film made it hard to stay interested.
- His slow storytelling style put everyone to sleep.
- The party was slow, with nothing happening to liven things up.
- The meeting felt slow, dragging on with no engaging discussion.
- The concert started slow, with the first few songs failing to excite the crowd.