Associations to the word «Lamely»

Wiktionary

LAMELY, adverb. In the manner of one who is lame.
LAMELY, adverb. (colloquial) In a foolish or ineffective way.

Dictionary definition

LAMELY, adverb. In a weak and unconvincing manner; "`I don't know, Edward,' she answered lamely".

Wise words

Many a true word is spoken in jest.
Geoffrey Chaucer