Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

glacial-pace

noun
/ˈɡleɪ.ʃəl peɪs/
Definition
A very slow speed or rate of progress.
Examples
  • The project moved at a glacial pace, frustrating many team members.
  • His recovery from the injury has been at a glacial pace, taking much longer than expected.
  • Changes in the policy were implemented at a glacial pace, causing concern among the stakeholders.
Meaning
The term ‘glacial-pace’ refers to something that happens extremely slowly, comparable to the slow movement of glaciers.
Synonyms
  • sluggish
  • slow
  • lethargic
  • unhurried
  • gradual