What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “faster”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “faster”

The antonyms of faster are slower and more slowly. These antonyms describe the opposite of speed or velocity. They convey a decrease in the rate of motion or action.

Explore all Antonyms of “faster”

• slower
• more slowly

Definitions and Examples of slower, more slowly

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

slower

Moving or operating at a lower speed or rate than usual.

Example

He walked slower than his friends because he had a sprained ankle.

more slowly

At a slower pace or rate than usual.

Example

She spoke more slowly to help her students understand the lesson better.

Key Differences: slower vs more slowly

• 1. Slower is an adjective or adverb that describes a decrease in speed or rate.
• 2. More slowly is an adverb that describes the manner in which an action is performed, indicating a decrease in speed or rate.

Effective Usage of slower, more slowly

• 1. Directions: Use slower or more slowly when giving instructions that require a decrease in speed.
• 2. Comparisons: Use faster, slower, and more slowly to compare the speed or rate of different actions or objects.
• 3. Narratives: Incorporate these antonyms in stories to create tension or suspense by describing a decrease in speed or rate.

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Remember this!

The antonyms slower and more slowly describe a decrease in speed or rate. Use them in directions, comparisons, and narratives to convey a change in motion or action.