slowdown

[ˈsləʊdaʊn]

slowdown Definition

• 1. a reduction in speed or rate
• 2. a decline in economic or business activity

Using slowdown: Examples

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

• Example

  The traffic slowdown caused a delay in our arrival.

• Example

  The economic slowdown led to job losses.

• Example

  The company experienced a slowdown in sales during the pandemic.

slowdown Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for slowdown

• deceleration
• decrease
• recession
• slump
• retardation

Antonyms for slowdown

• acceleration
• increase
• growth
• boom

Phrases with slowdown

• slow down

  to reduce speed or rate of something

  Example

  You need to slow down while driving in this area.

• slow down and smell the roses

  to take time to appreciate and enjoy life

  Example

  You work too hard. You should slow down and smell the roses once in a while.

• slowdown strike

  a work stoppage or strike that is intended to reduce the pace of work

  Example

  The workers organized a slowdown strike to protest against the company's policies.

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Summary: slowdown in Brief

A 'slowdown' [ˈsləʊdaʊn] refers to a reduction in speed or rate, such as traffic or work pace, or a decline in economic or business activity. It can be exemplified by 'The traffic slowdown caused a delay in our arrival.' 'Slowdown' extends into phrases like 'slow down,' which means to reduce speed or rate, and 'slow down and smell the roses,' which means to take time to appreciate and enjoy life.