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Definition of slowness

slowness

/ˈsloʊ.nəs/
slow · ness
Adverb:slowly
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Adjective:slow
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slowness Lexical Profile

slowness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or state of moving, acting, or progressing at a low speed or pace.

Example

"The frustrating slowness of the morning traffic caused many commuters to arrive late."

2

A lack of alertness, energy, or quickness in understanding, learning, or reacting.

Example

"A sudden lack of sleep often leads to mental slowness during afternoon lectures."

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• Rhymes for slowness

• Nearby Words

slowdown
slowish
slowly
slowness
slowpoke
sludge
sludgy

Word Origin & Etymology

Inherited from Old English 'slāwnes', formed from the adjective 'slāw' (slow, sluggish) and the suffix '-nes' (-ness).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Slowness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/slowness
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