Synonyms of slowly
6 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for slowly is gradually. Other synonyms of slowly are sluggishly, ponderously and tardily. The opposite of slowly is rapidly.
Synonyms and similar words for slowly
adverbAt a slow pace.
- ponderouslyIn a ponderous manner; very slowly.
- sluggishlyIn a sluggish manner; responding or moving slowly.
- graduallyIn a gradual manner; making slow progress; slowly.
- tardilySlowly.
- with leaden wings obsoleteVery slowly in progress or the passage of time.
- litherly archaicSlowly; lazily.
Opposite of slowly
Meaning of slowly
- adverb At a slow pace.
slowly in other languages
Questions about synonyms of slowly
- What is another word for slowly?
- Slowly has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as gradually, sluggishly, ponderously and tardily.
- What is the opposite of slowly?
- The opposite of slowly is rapidly. Other antonyms of slowly are quickly.
- What does slowly mean?
- Slowly means at a slow pace.
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