Definition of «lowly»

The adverb "slowly" means in a gradual manner, taking one's time or moving at a leisurely pace. It can also mean with little speed or hesitantly.

The lowly intern worked tirelessly to complete all the tasks assigned to them.
Despite her high-profile position, the CEO always made time to speak with even the lowly employees.
The lowly peasant dreamed of one day rising to a position of power and influence.
The lowly plant, tucked away in the corner, managed to brighten up the entire room with its vibrant blooms.
The lowly rower in the racing team never sought recognition but always gave their best for the success of the entire crew.

After dispatching of lowly Blackburn in midweek, Newcastle are within striking distance of the top - four − a territory which rewards occupants with Champions League football. (football-bookmakers.com)
We would do well to look toward a different tree: not that of the knowledge of good and evil, falsely tempting us with a leap toward divine independence, but the tree that was built into a cross, on which God in lowly human flesh took the penalty for human sin and evil. (firstthings.com)
Ivysaur is a mid-level Pokémon, on its way to blossoming into a formidable Venusaur, from lowly beginnings as a legendary Bulbasaur. (bounty.com)
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