slow-witted
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of slow-witted
First recorded in 1565–75
Example Sentences
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The old car’s touch-screen user interface was underpowered, slow-witted and limited.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2025
Of the two it is understood that Robert Zemeckis’ slow-witted hero launched him to icon status.
From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2024
As the Cowboy, one of Harold’s birthday presents, Charlie Carver imbues the slow-witted hustler with an affectionate sweetness that only throws into relief Michael’s gratuitous cruelty.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2020
Even the cows get some gorgeous lines: “In the fields the cattle, made slow-witted by the rain, lifted their rapt and empty faces, heavy loops of spittle hanging, as though they ate watery light.”
From New York Times ● Dec. 4, 2019
“Haven’t I just been and finished telling you? Are you slow-witted? I’m so sorry for you. It’s terrible to be dull and stupid. What’s your name?” she went on.
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
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