Weakly

/ˈwiːkli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a weak or feeble manner; lacking strength or firmness.

She weakly protested against the decision, knowing she had no support.

Without force or intensity; in a manner that lacks vigor.

The light shone weakly through the clouds, barely illuminating the landscape.

In a way that suggests lack of confidence or conviction.

He weakly agreed to the plan, unsure if it was the right decision.

In a manner indicating physical weakness.

After the illness, he could only move weakly across the room.

Showing a lack of strength or effectiveness.

The team responded weakly to the opposing team's aggressive strategy.

Old English 'weac', meaning weak, with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

weakly spoken

This refers to speaking in a manner lacking strength or conviction.

weakly defined

This means something is not clearly or strongly specified.

weakly correlated

Referring to a relationship or connection that is not strong.

weak

Lacking physical strength or energy.

weaken

To make or become weaker.

weakness

The state or condition of lacking strength.

To do something ineffectively.

He really weakly handled that argument.

To lack confidence in one's actions.

She weakly backed down from the challenge.