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SLOWNESS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Slowness.

Slowness - as a noun

Unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
awkwardnessclumsinessineptitudeineptnessmaladroitness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
unskillfulness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A rate demonstrating an absence of haste or hurry

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deliberatenessdeliberationunhurriedness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
pacerate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lack of normal development of intellectual capacities

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backwardnessmental retardationretardationsubnormality
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
stupidity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The slowness of the snail amazed the children."
"Her slowness in completing the task frustrated her boss."
"The slowness of his movements indicated his tiredness."
"The slowness of the internet connection made it impossible to download the file."
"The slowness of the traffic caused us to be late for the meeting."
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Word Game Points

Is SLOWNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, slowness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SLOWNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is SLOWNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, slowness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SLOWNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is SLOWNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, slowness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SLOWNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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