Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
slow-burn
adjective
/ˌsloʊˈbɜrn/
Definition
A gradual and sustained development or increase in intensity, often used to describe a situation that slowly builds up to a climax or conclusion.
Examples
- The film is a slow-burn thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
- At first, their friendship was a slow-burn, but it eventually blossomed into a deep romantic relationship.
- The novel starts slowly, but it becomes a slow-burn masterpiece that will linger in your mind long after you’ve finished reading.
Meaning
Slow-burn refers to something that takes time to develop, whether it be emotions, relationships, or dramatic situations.
Synonyms
- Gradual
- Steady
- Incremental
- Slow-building
