Precipitately and Slowly

Opposite meaning words

Precipitately adverb - With excessive or careless speed.

Usage example: tended to act precipitately when faced with an unexpected turn of events

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Slowly is an antonym for precipitately in topics: very quickly, with great speed.

Slowly adverb - At a pace that is less than usual, desirable, or expected.

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Precipitately is an antonym for slowly.

Nearby Words: slow, slowness

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