2syllables
slower
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Definitions ofslower
1adjective
- Taking a long time to move or go a short distance, or to perform an action; not quick in motion; proceeding at a low speed.
Example: "a slow train; a slow computer"
- Not happening in a short time; spread over a comparatively long time.
- Of reduced intellectual capacity; not quick to comprehend.
- Not hasty; not tending to hurry; acting with deliberation or caution.
- (of a clock or the like) Behind in time; indicating a time earlier than the true time.
Example: "That clock is slow."
- Lacking spirit; deficient in liveliness or briskness.
- (of a period of time) Not busy; lacking activity.
Example: "I'm just sitting here with a desk of cards, enjoying a slow afternoon."
1adverb
- Slowly.
Example: "That clock is running slow."
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