What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
slowed
Example
The car slowed down as it approached the intersection. [slowed: past tense]
Example
The team's progress was slowed by unexpected setbacks. [slowed: verb]
decelerated
Example
The train decelerated as it approached the station. [decelerated: past tense]
Example
The company's growth decelerated in the last quarter. [decelerated: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Slowed is more common than decelerated in everyday language and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between slowed and decelerated?
Decelerated is more formal than slowed and is typically used in technical or scientific contexts.
