Pronunciation

/səʊl/

Definitions

Adjective

• Slow: Characterized by a lack of speed or agility; proceeding at a gradual pace. For example: “The snail moved very slowly across the garden.”
• Slower: Comparatively less fast; more leisurely. For example: “The older car had a slower acceleration than the new one.”
• Slowly: In a gradual or unhurried manner. For example: “She drank her coffee slowly, enjoying the warmth.”

Noun

• Slowdown: A decrease in speed or activity. For example: “The company experienced a significant slowdown during the pandemic.”
• Slow motion: The visual representation of actions occurring at a much slower pace than normal. For example: “In the film, the explosion was shown in slow motion.”

Verb

• To slow down: To reduce one’s speed or pace. For example: “Drivers are advised to slow down when approaching a school zone.”
• To slow: To cause something to move or function at a reduced rate. For example: “The mechanic slowed the engine to check for any issues.”

Phrases

• “Slow down a bit”
• “A slow process”
• “Slowly but surely”
• “She drives too slow for my taste”

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The train was delayed due to a slow track.”
• Noun: “The project is progressing slowly after the slowdown in funding.”
• Verb: “He tried to slow his breathing to calm himself down.”
• Adverb: “He drove the car slowly around the corner.”

Synonyms

• Gradual
• Leisurely
• Unhurried
• Steady
• Deliberate
• Tardy
• Languid