Slow and Slowing

Slow

Slow adjective - Moving or proceeding at less than the normal, desirable, or required speed.
Usage example: slow readers

Slowing is a synonym for slow. In some cases you can use "Slowing" instead an adjective "Slow".

Nearby Words: slowness, slowed, slowly, slowing, slowdown

Slowing

Slowing noun - A decrease in rate of change.

Slow is a synonym for slowing. Sometimes you can use "Slow" instead the word "Slowing" as a verb or an adjective.

Nearby Words: slow, slowness, slowed
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