Learn how to use the comparative “slower” and superlative “slowest” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “slowhearted”?

The comparative form of “slowhearted” is “slower”.

Example

He walks slower than his younger brother.

Example

Her reaction time is slower than average.

What is the superlative form of “slowhearted”?

The superlative form of “slowhearted” is “slowest”.

Example

Out of all the participants, he is the slowest runner.

Example

Her computer is the slowest in the office.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are not used with "slow," "slower," and "slowest." Instead, "slower" and "slowest" are the appropriate comparatives and superlatives for "slow." Using "most slow" or "more slow" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Slow" has a regular comparative and superlative form. It follows the pattern: - Comparative form: Slow → Slower - Superlative form: Slow → Slowest

Expressions with similar meanings to “slower”

Used to describe something that moves or reacts at a slower pace than usual.

Example

The turtle's movements were more sluggish compared to the other animals.

Used to indicate a lower speed or rate of movement.

Example

The snail was less speedy than the cheetah.

Used to describe someone who is slow or lazy in their actions or responses.

Example

His lackadaisical approach to work made him slower than his colleagues.

Expressions with similar meanings to “slowest”

Used to describe something that moves or reacts at the slowest pace among others.

Example

The sloth was the most sluggish animal in the zoo.

Used to indicate the lowest speed or rate of movement among others.

Example

The tortoise was the least speedy creature in the race.

Used to describe someone who is the slowest or laziest in their actions or responses among others.

Example

He was the most lackadaisical employee in the company.

Using than with comparative “slower”

When using the comparative form "slower" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "He walks slower than his younger brother." Here, "than" is used to show that the speed of his walking is lower than the speed of his younger brother's walking.

How can I use this expression in context?

“slower” and “slowest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Running

    He is the slowest runner in the race.

    He is the slowest runner in the race.

  • 2Computers

    Her computer is the slowest in the office.

    Her computer is the slowest in the office.

  • 3Reactions

    Her reaction time is slower than average.

    Her reaction time is slower than average.

  • 4Processes

    The production line is slower than expected.

    The production line is slower than expected.

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