Limply: meaning, definitions and examples

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limply

[ ˈlɪmpli ]

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used to describe a weak or feeble manner

In a weak or feeble way, lacking strength or energy. Often used to describe how someone moves or acts without energy or enthusiasm.

Synonyms

feebly, listlessly, slackly, weakly

Examples of usage

She walked limply to the chair and sat down.
He limply shook his head in response.
The flowers hung limply in the hot sun.
The defeated team walked off the field limply.
I felt limply after the long day at work.

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used to describe something that lacks firmness or strength

Lacking firmness, strength, or energy. Often used to describe objects that are soft, flaccid, or droopy.

Synonyms

droopy, flaccid, slack, soft

Examples of usage

The limp flowers needed water to revive them.
She held the limp rope in her hand.
The limp handshake indicated his lack of confidence.

Translations

Translations of the word "limply" in other languages:

🇵🇹 molemente

🇮🇳 ढीलेपन से

🇩🇪 schlaff

🇮🇩 lemah

🇺🇦 слабко

🇵🇱 słabo

🇯🇵 たるんで

🇫🇷 mollement

🇪🇸 débilmente

🇹🇷 gevşekçe

🇰🇷 축 늘어지게

🇸🇦 بضعف

🇨🇿 slabě

🇸🇰 slabo

🇨🇳 松松垮垮地

🇸🇮 ohlapno

🇮🇸 lauslega

🇰🇿 әлсіз

🇬🇪 სუსტად

🇦🇿 zəif

🇲🇽 débilmente

Word origin

The word 'limply' is derived from the adjective 'limp,' which originated from the Old English word 'limpan,' meaning 'to fall short.' Over time, 'limp' evolved to describe something lacking firmness or strength. The adverb form 'limply' developed to describe actions or movements lacking energy or enthusiasm. The usage of 'limply' has become common in English language to portray a sense of weakness or feebleness.