slow

adjectiveA2UK /sləʊ/ US /sloʊ/

Taking a long time to move or go a short distance, or to perform an action; not quick in motion; proceeding at a low speed.
Not happening in a short time; spread over a comparatively long time.
Of reduced intellectual capacity; not quick to comprehend.derogatory, informal
Not hasty; not tending to hurry; acting with deliberation or caution.
Behind in time; indicating a time earlier than the true time.
Lacking spirit; deficient in liveliness or briskness.
Not busy; lacking activity.

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The slowest one to make a promise is the most faithful one in keeping it.

Your watch is ten minutes slow.