lag

noun verb

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: lag (1)
English Definition

Fall behind in movement, progress, or development.

Example Sentence

The game was lagging due to a poor internet connection.

US IPA /ˈlÌɥ/
UK IPA /ˈlÌɥ/

Synonyms

linger loiter delay trail dawdle

Antonyms

lead hasten accelerate