Slow ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Slow ( adjective )

1. Not fast; moving or proceeding at a low speed.
2. Taking a long time; gradual.
3. Not quick in action or thought; deliberate.
4. Not characterized by quickness or speed; not lively.
5. Not reaching or arriving promptly; delayed.

Origin:

From middle english slowe, slaw, from old english slāw ("slow"), from proto-germanic *slaiwaz ("slow"), from proto-indo-european *sleyh₁- ("slow, sluggish").

Examples:

1. The old man walked slow and steady.
2. The changes in the economy were slow to come.
3. She had a slow and methodical approach to problem-solving.
4. The slow movement of the music was soothing to the listener.
5. Due to the weather, the flight was slow to arrive at the airport.

(As a verb)

Slow ( verb )

1. Not fast; moving or proceeding at a low speed.
2. Taking a long time; gradual.
3. Not quick in action or thought; deliberate.
4. Not characterized by quickness or speed; not lively.
5. Not reaching or arriving promptly; delayed.

Origin:

From middle english slowe, slaw, from old english slāw ("slow"), from proto-germanic *slaiwaz ("slow"), from proto-indo-european *sleyh₁- ("slow, sluggish").

Examples:

1. The old man walked slow and steady.
2. The changes in the economy were slow to come.
3. She had a slow and methodical approach to problem-solving.
4. The slow movement of the music was soothing to the listener.
5. Due to the weather, the flight was slow to arrive at the airport.