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slower

/ˈsləʊə/ /ˈsloʊɚ/

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adjective

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.

Examples :

"a slow train; a slow computer"

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adjective

Not happening in a short time; spread over a comparatively long time.

Examples :

"Example Sentence: "The recovery from my cold was slower than I expected, taking almost two weeks." "

time process condition

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adjective

Of reduced intellectual capacity; not quick to comprehend.

Examples :

"Example Sentence: "Mark is a bit slower in understanding math concepts, so he needs extra help from the teacher." "

mind human ability character person

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adjective

Not hasty; not tending to hurry; acting with deliberation or caution.

Examples :

"Example Sentence: "The teacher asked the students to work slower and more carefully on their math problems." "

action tendency attitude time

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adjective

(of a clock or the like) Behind in time; indicating a time earlier than the true time.

Examples :

"That clock is slow."

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adjective

Lacking spirit; deficient in liveliness or briskness.

Examples :

"After a long day at work, his movements were much slower than usual. "

character attitude

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adjective

(of a period of time) Not busy; lacking activity.

Examples :

""The library is usually slower in the mornings, so it's a good time to study if you need quiet." "

time business economy

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adverb

Examples :

"That clock is running slow."

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noun

That which slows.

Examples :

"The new speed bump proved to be a very effective slower on our street, preventing speeding. "