slow

Definition

  • v. become slow or slower
  • v. cause to proceed more slowly
  • adj. not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time
  • adj. at a slow tempo

Word forms

Present participle
slowing
Past tense
slowed
Past participle
slowed
Third person singular
slows
Comparative
slower
Superlative
slowest

Example sentences

  1. a.

    The slow train took an extra hour to reach its destination.

  2. adv.

    She spoke slowly so that everyone could understand her.

  3. v.

    Please slow down when driving in the school zone.