Low (adjective)

1. Close to the ground or bottom; not high or tall.
2. Quiet and not loud; subdued in volume.
3. Depressed or lacking energy; not happy or optimistic.
4. Ranking below others in importance or status; inferior.

Origin:

From middle english low, lou, loo, from old english hlāw, from proto-germanic *hlēwaz.

Examples:

1. The table was low enough for the kids to reach.
2. The music was played at a low volume.
3. She was feeling low after the breakup.
4. His low grades prevented him from getting into college.
5. The company offered a low salary for the position.