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swift Antonyms
Opposite of swift
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• adjective (Context 1)
Moving or capable of moving with great speed or velocity.
Usage Example
"The slow river currents made it too dangerous for the group to swim across."
Strongest
slow
sluggish
Strong
leisurely
• adjective (Context 2)
Happening, coming, or done quickly or without delay; prompt.
Usage Example
"The government promised a delayed response to the escalating environmental crisis."
Strongest
delayed
Strong
tardy
Weak
gradual
• adverb (Context 3)
In a rapid, prompt, or unhesitating manner (often used in literary contexts or as a flat adverb).
Usage Example
"The majestic horse ran slowly across the open meadow."
Strongest
slowly
Similar words to swift
Looking for synonyms? Words similar to swift vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:
swiftly
fast
prompt
quick
immediate
reel
rapid
quickly
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Swift. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/swift