lamely.
In the manner of one who is lame.
Meaning & usage
In the manner of one who is lame.
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.
Where this word comes from
Etymology tree English lame Middle English -ly English -ly English lamely From lame + -ly.
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