Slowness

Pronunciation: /ˈsloʊnəs/

Definitions of slowness

noun the quality or state of being slow; lack of speed or quickness

Example Sentences

A1 I walked with slowness because I was tired.

A2 The slowness of the internet connection made it difficult to load the webpage.

B1 The slowness of the traffic caused me to be late for work.

B2 The slowness of the bureaucratic process frustrated many applicants.

C1 The slowness of the legal system can be a barrier to justice.

C2 His slowness in making decisions led to missed opportunities for the company.

Examples of slowness in a Sentence

formal The slowness of the internet connection is affecting our ability to work efficiently.

informal I can't stand the slowness of this computer, it's driving me crazy.

slang The slowness of this traffic is a real buzzkill.

figurative The slowness of progress on this project is like watching paint dry.

Grammatical Forms of slowness

• plural: slownesses
• comparative: slower
• superlative: slowest
• present tense: slows
• future tense: will slow
• perfect tense: has slowed
• continuous tense: is slowing
• singular: slowness
• positive degree: slow
• infinitive: to slow
• gerund: slowing
• participle: slowed

Origin and Evolution of slowness

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'slowness' originated from the Old English word 'slawnes', which was derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'slownissi'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'slowness' has retained its original meaning of the state of being slow or lacking in speed. However, its usage has expanded to describe not just physical speed but also mental or emotional sluggishness.