Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lagging
Adjective
/ˈlæɡɪŋ/
Definition
The act of falling behind or delaying progress.
Examples
- The internet connection was lagging, making it difficult to stream videos.
- He has been lagging in his studies compared to his classmates.
- During the presentation, the team’s lagging response to questions raised concerns.
Meaning
Lagging refers to the state of moving slowly or being behind in progress compared to others.
Synonyms
- Falling behind
- Delayed
- Sluggish
- Trailed
