weakly

//ˈwiːkli//
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Adverb

weaklyCanonical form
more weaklyComparative
most weaklySuperlative
1

In a weak manner; without strength, force, or vigor.

She smiled weakly and nodded.

2

To a small degree; faintly or slightly.

The light weakly flickered in the distance.

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Adjective

weaklyCanonical form
more weaklyComparative
most weaklySuperlative
1

Having a sickly or frail constitution; not robust or healthy.

The weakly child was often absent from school due to illness.

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