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witted
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having a limited ability to think or understand quickly
- Despite his best efforts, the student struggled with the complex math problem, appearing slow-witted compared to his classmates.
- In the fast-paced discussion, the slow-witted participant found it challenging to keep up with the rapid exchange of ideas.
- The slow-witted response to the riddle indicated that some of the audience members had difficulty grasping its cleverness.
- During the quiz, the slow-witted contestant took longer to answer questions, leading to a lower score compared to others.
- The job required quick decision-making, but the employee's slow-witted approach often led to delays and inefficiencies.