English Explanatory Dictionary

slow burn

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Something that emerges or unfolds slowly or gradually.
  2. A gradually increasing expression of emotion, especially anger or frustration.
  3. A work of fiction with a slow-paced plot; also, such a storyline.
  4. A romantic story (especially a work of fan fiction) in which the central relationship develops slowly.
adj
  1. Alternative form of slow-burn.

Pronunciation

En-au-slow burn.ogg

Word forms

slow burn slow burns slow-burn more slow burn most slow burn

Synonyms

slow burner

Antonyms

outburst

Related words

slow-burn slow burner slow-burning

Derived words

do a slow burn on a slow burn
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