lamely
English
Etymology
lame + -ly
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈleɪmli/
Adverb
lamely (comparative more lamely, superlative most lamely)
- In the manner of one who is lame.
- (colloquial) In a foolish or ineffective way.
- He lamely tried to lie his way out of the situation, but he wasn't really trying and no-one believed him.
Anagrams
- Malley, maleyl, mellay