lamely Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adverb in a weak and unconvincing manner
    • `I don't know, Edward,' she answered lamely

WordNet

Lame"ly adverb
Etymology
See Lame.
Definitions
  1. An a lame, crippled, disabled, or imperfect manner; as, to walk lamely; a figure lamely drawn.

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