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lagged

 

[ læɡd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

delay in response

Lagged is the past tense of the verb 'lag', which means to fall behind or move slowly compared to something or someone else. It can refer to a delay in response or occurrence, such as in technology where a system or application may lag in performance. In social contexts, it can describe a person who is not keeping up with the pace of a conversation or activity. When something lagged, it indicates that there was a noticeable difference in timing or speed.

Synonyms

dawdled, delayed, slowed, trailed

Examples of usage

  • The video lagged during the streaming.
  • He lagged behind the group on the hike.
  • The project lagged due to unforeseen circumstances.

Translations

Translations of the word "lagged" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atrasado

🇮🇳 देर से

🇩🇪 verzögert

🇮🇩 terlambat

🇺🇦 запізнілий

🇵🇱 opóźniony

🇯🇵 遅れた (okureta)

🇫🇷 retardé

🇪🇸 retrasado

🇹🇷 gecikmiş

🇰🇷 지연된 (jiyeon-doen)

🇸🇦 متأخر (muta'akhir)

🇨🇿 zpožděný

🇸🇰 oneskorený

🇨🇳 滞后 (zhìhòu)

🇸🇮 zakasnjen

🇮🇸 seinkaður

🇰🇿 кеміген

🇬🇪 დაგვიანებული (daghvianebuli)

🇦🇿 gecikmiş

🇲🇽 atrasado

Etymology

The term 'lag' originates from the Old Norse word 'lagga', which means 'to lag behind' or 'to be left behind'. The word began to be used in the English language in the late 19th century, originally associated with the context of progress or motion, particularly in the context of industrial and technological advancements. As technology evolved, the term gained popularity in relation to computers and networks. Specifically, it came to describe scenarios where there are delays or slowdowns in system performance, particularly in video games and online streaming services. The modern use of 'lagged' denotes both a physical and metaphorical sense of delay, encompassing a variety of settings ranging from personal interactions to technological performance.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,985, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.