Meaning & Definition of word "Low"

Low

/loʊ/

1. The lowest point or position.
- Example: This was the low of his career, but he managed to recover.
2. A low or quiet sound.
- Example: There was a low in the background that made the atmosphere eerie.

1. Situated, conducted, or occurring not far above the ground, or at a low level.
- Example: The low clouds drifted slowly across the sky.
2. Having little height; not tall.
- Example: She wore low heels for comfort.
3. Of less than average or normal height, intensity, or quality.
- Example: The temperature was low for that time of year.
4. Not high in price or quality.
- Example: They found a low-cost solution for the repairs.
5. Weak in health or spirit.
- Example: He felt low after hearing the sad news.

1. In a low manner; to a low degree.
- Example: He spoke very low so that only she could hear him.
2. At a reduced level (e.g., volume, intensity).
- Example: Please keep the volume low while the baby is sleeping.

Old English 'lōw', of uncertain origin, possibly related to Old Norse 'lág' and related to descending in position.

low-key:

Not elaborate or showy; understated.

low blow:

An unfair or unsportsmanlike act.

low life:

A person whose lifestyle is considered immoral or degraded.

lower:

To reduce something in amount or intensity.

down:

In a lower position or level.

depressed:

In a state of general sadness or low spirits.

Meaning: Feeling sad or depressed.

Example Sentence: I'm feeling really low today.

Meaning: Not good enough; substandard.

Example Sentence: His performance was low.