Synonyms for

Slowly

Verb / ˈsləʊli: / Another word for slowly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Slowly means to do something at a gentle or unhurried pace.

Synonyms & similar words

slow quickly lento tardily easy gradually steadily leisurely unhurriedly calmly deliberately easy gentle langorously lazily lethargically languidly ploddingly sluggishly tardily tediously unhurried dully lackadaisically laggardly

Synonyms by register

Formal

gradually leisurely deliberately unhurriedly

Informal

easy take your time no rush

Literary

languidly leisurely tardily

Antonyms

quickly rapidly fast swiftly speedily promptly hastily

Common collocations

  • walk slowly
  • move slowly
  • speak slowly
  • grow slowly
  • develop slowly
  • work slowly
  • eat slowly

Word family

noun slowness
verb slow
adjective slow
adverb slowly

Usage note

Slowly is an adverb modifying verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. It is often contrasted with 'quickly' or 'rapidly'.

Example sentences

  1. The snail moved slowly across the sidewalk.
  2. He spoke slowly and clearly so everyone could understand him.
  3. She ate her breakfast slowly, savoring each bite.
  4. The turtle walked slowly across the yard.
  5. The old man walked slowly with his cane.

Quotes

  • Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind. The slowest of all things, a snail, can crawl faster than a glacier.
  • Slowly but surely, the turtle climbs the hill.
  • Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished slowly.

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