Bradytelic is a term used to describe a slow or delayed pace of progress. Synonyms for bradytelic include sluggardly, sluggish, languid, leisurely, and dilatory. Other words that can be used to express the same idea are unhurried, dawdling, crawling, and plodding. These words all convey a sense of slowness and a lack of urgency, which can be useful when describing processes or events that move at a steady but slow pace. Depending on the context, words such as passive, inactive, and inert might also be used to convey a similar idea. Nonetheless, bradytelic remains a more precise term, widely used in academic and scientific discussions.