Synonyms for Sluggish
Definition of sluggish
- adjective
- moving slowly; "a sluggish stream"
- (of business) not active or brisk; "business is dull (or slow)"; "a sluggish market"
- slow and apathetic; "she was fat and inert"; "a sluggish worker"; "a mind grown torpid in old age"
5 synonyms found
Writing tips for "sluggish"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like dull, inactive, inert can replace "sluggish" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
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"Sluggish" in song lyrics
See how sluggish is used in real songs:
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"This capsules seen better days, the ride is sluggish"
Ivens — One Last Trip