slowly

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slowly

The musician plays the piece slowly.

Definition
  1. Adverb:
    • At a low speed; not quickly: "slowly" describes an action performed with a lack of speed or haste.
    • Gradually; over a long period: "slowly" can also indicate that something happens by degrees or little by little.
Usage and Examples
  • Describing the pace of an action:
    • She walked slowly down the path. (She moved at a low speed along the path.)
    • The old clock ticked slowly. (The clock made its ticking sound at a low speed.)
  • Indicating a gradual process:
    • The sun slowly set behind the mountains. (The sun descended gradually.)
    • He is slowly recovering from his illness. (His health is improving little by little.)
Advanced Usage
  • "slowly but surely": Used to emphasize that something is happening or being done gradually but with definite progress.
    • We are slowly but surely completing the project. (We are making steady, though gradual, progress.)
  • In informal contexts, the adjective "slow" can be used as an adverb, especially in commands or short phrases.
    • Drive slow. (This is an informal alternative to "Drive slowly.")
Variants and Related Words
  • Slow (adjective): Moving or operating at a low speed; not fast.
    • a slow train
  • Slowness (noun): The quality or state of being slow.
    • the slowness of the process
Synonyms
  • Gradually: Happening in a gradual way; little by little.
  • Leisurely: In a relaxed, unhurried manner.
  • Unhurriedly: Without haste; in a slow, deliberate manner.
Antonyms
  • Quickly: At a fast speed; rapidly.
  • Swiftly: At high speed; promptly.
  • Rapidly: Very quickly; at a great rate.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • Slowly does it: A phrase advising someone to proceed with care and without rushing.
    • When carrying the vase, remember—slowly does it.
  • To slowly turn the tide: To gradually change a situation, especially from unfavorable to favorable.
    • Their persistent efforts slowly turned the tide of public opinion.
slowly

The musician plays the piece slowly.

Adverb
  1. in music
    • Play this lento, please
  2. without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly')
    • he spoke slowly
    • go easy here--the road is slippery
    • glaciers move tardily
    • please go slow so I can see the sights

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