English · Adjectives
slowly
/ˈsloʊli/
[/ˈsloʊli/]
in a slow way
Beginneradverb
Definition
Slowly means doing something at a low speed or taking a long time.
Example
The old man walked slowly down the street.
The old man walked slowly down the street.
Etymology
From 'slow', from Old English 'slaw' meaning sluggish, plus '-ly'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to show that an action takes place at a reduced pace.