Slow-witted
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Slow-witted is an adjective meaning Lacking a keen or swift intellect, not too bright or not too swift.
Meaning
Lacking a keen or swift intellect, not too bright or not too swift.
Example Sentences
The ape-man was all attention in an instant. He asked questions as rapidly as the slow-witted anthropoid could answer them.
Synonyms for slow-witted
Depending on context, synonyms include dull-witted, addlebrained, addlepated, airheaded, bee-brained, beef-witted.
Antonyms for slow-witted
Common opposites include quick-witted, sharp-witted, astute, brainy, bright, brilliant.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include feebleminded, half-witted, stupid, unintelligent, slowwitted, slow.
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