Laming: meaning, definitions and examples
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laming
[ หleษชmษชล ]
criticism usage
Laming refers to the act of causing someone to feel deflated or diminished in confidence, especially through harsh criticism or ridicule. In a modern context, it can relate to mocking someone's opinions or actions in a way that undermines their self-esteem. The term is often used in discussions surrounding online interactions where individuals may feel 'lamed' by comments from others. This effect can lead to discouragement and a sense of insecurity in the individual being criticized.
Synonyms
belittle, criticize, mock, ridicule.
Examples of usage
- He felt lamed by her harsh words.
- The team's poor performance left the coach feeling lamed.
- Critics lamed the movie for its lack of originality.
Translations
Translations of the word "laming" in other languages:
๐ต๐น lamentaรงรฃo
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคตเคนเฅเคฒเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Klage
๐ฎ๐ฉ keluhan
๐บ๐ฆ ะถะฐะปัััั
๐ต๐ฑ lament
๐ฏ๐ต ๅใ
๐ซ๐ท lamentation
๐ช๐ธ lamento
๐น๐ท aฤlama
๐ฐ๐ท ํ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุญ
๐จ๐ฟ naลรญkรกnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ lamentovanie
๐จ๐ณ ๅๅน
๐ธ๐ฎ ลพalovanje
๐ฎ๐ธ kvart
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะทะฐัะปะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แขแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ aฤlama
๐ฒ๐ฝ lamentaciรณn
Etymology
The term 'laming' is derived from the word 'lame,' which originally came from the Old English 'lama,' meaning 'lame' or 'crippled.' Over time, the usage of 'lame' has evolved to include connotations of weakness, ineffectiveness, or ridicule, especially in informal settings. In contemporary slang, particularly in gaming and online forums, 'lame' has been adapted to describe actions or remarks that are regarded as uncool or disappointing. The -ing suffix denotes the ongoing action of causing someone to feel this way, thus 'laming.' This transformation of language reflects cultural shifts, where social dynamics and interactions are increasingly influenced by digital communication and community engagement.