slowing

[ˈsləʊɪŋ]

slowing Definition

• 1. the act of reducing the speed or rate of something
• 2. becoming less active or intense

Using slowing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "slowing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The slowing of the economy has led to job losses.

• Example

  The medicine caused a slowing of his heart rate.

• Example

  The company is experiencing a slowing of sales.

• Example

  The traffic is slowing down due to the accident ahead.

slowing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for slowing

• deceleration
• reduction
• diminishing
• letup
• easing up

Antonyms for slowing

• acceleration
• increase
• growth
• intensification

Phrases with slowing

• slow down

  to reduce the speed of something

  Example

  You need to slow down when driving in a school zone.

• slow up

  to become less active or intense

  Example

  The rain slowed up in the afternoon, allowing us to go for a walk.

• slow and steady wins the race

  a proverb that means consistent and persistent effort will eventually lead to success

  Example

  I may not be the fastest runner, but I believe that slow and steady wins the race.

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Summary: slowing in Brief

The term 'slowing' [ˈsləʊɪŋ] refers to the act of reducing the speed or rate of something, or becoming less active or intense. It can describe a range of situations, from economic downturns to medical conditions, as in 'The slowing of the economy has led to job losses.' 'Slow down' and 'slow up' are phrases that denote reducing speed or intensity, while 'slow and steady wins the race' is an idiom that emphasizes the importance of consistent effort.