Slowpoke

/ˈsloʊˌpoʊk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who is slow in movement, action, or progress.

We missed the bus because Tom was such a slowpoke getting ready.

Someone who is slow to take action or make decisions.

Don't be a slowpoke, decide where you want to eat already!

A term used to describe someone who is lethargic or unhurried.

My brother is a slowpoke; he takes forever to finish his homework.

The term combines 'slow,' meaning not fast, and 'poke,' which is a colloquial term for a lazy or sluggish person.

slowpoke at a race

Refers to someone who hinders progress due to their slowness.

Don't be a slowpoke!

A phrase urging someone to hurry up.

In a slowpoke manner

Describes someone doing something very slowly.

slower

Moving at a speed less than the average.

slowness

The quality of being slow.

sluggish

Moving slowly or lacking energy.

A person who is particularly slow.

Stop being such a slowpoke and hurry up!

Someone who is slow-witted.

He can be a real slowpoke when it comes to math.